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Originally Posted by alromcc
I have done replacing my valve cover gaskets a week ago.
In comparison to other engines, I think that BMW is wrong to paint the underside of valve cover, or applied paint on inside surface of engine.
The original paint deteriorated and made a big mess  .
I had the cover sand blasted and painted on outer surface only. |
With as much moisture these engines get during cold weather, you probably should have re-painted the inside as well. You may deal with a whole lot more than deteriorated paint once all that water gets a hold of that valve cover.