Engine Problem!, Want to see wat you guys might think it is Options

[Rook]

Ok. My Celica's leaking a little bit of oil. I checked the engine and found a small leak out the back from between the head and the valve cover. So far ppl have said its the head gasket. The engine also sounds rough at idle. And when its cold (which it doesn't get very cold here in Houston), the engine goes up to 2000 rpm and sounds weird. I'm pretty sure it is the head gasket but also figured i'd try to see if someone could give me their opinion. Another prob is that i'm not sure if it would be only the head gasket. haha i tried to explain the problem as best as i could. So...any suggestions?

[Bitter]

clean the area and confirm the location.

[Remy]

If its leaking between your cylinder head and valve cover then its most likely your valve cover gasket is bad just replace it and make sure you seal it right or it'll leak again.

Edit: Your head gasket is located beneath your cylinder head oh and its normal for your car to idle around 2k if the engine is cold when you first start it its normal on our cars its your ecu telling you its trying to warm up your engine.

This post has been edited by Remy: Nov 19, 2008 - 8:25 PM

[Rook]

oh ok. Hey so how would i clean the area? Theres that engine cleaner but my dad used that on his accord and screwed up the engine. lol. ..i would definitely not like that..

[Remy]

This thread should help you out has pics too !! If you have anymore Q's lmk.

http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=48864&st=0

[Bitter]

brake cleaner will clean down the oil and evaporate away

[DEATH]

If you're in Houston - bring it by my shop and I'll get you diagnosed. PM if interested.

[GriffGirl]

You can also use sensor-safe carb cleaner, it too will evaporate away but not damage paint or sensors


Edit: you should take Death up on his offer though - he'll not only help you diagnose your problem, but he'll walk you through it and help you help yourself

This post has been edited by GriffGirl: Nov 20, 2008 - 1:05 PM

[JDM_Factory]

you can buy engine degreaser that is safe on sensors and other electrical stuff at your local auto parts store.

If you have oil leaking between your head and your valve cover, that would be the valve cover gasket. It's a $10 part that can be easily replace.

If you suspect a HG problem, you can check your radiator fluid to have any mixture of coolant and oil. It'll look milky like from the cap, another way of check is doing a compression check. You can buy a compression tester for about $30 at your auto parts store and ask from there.

[DEATH]

All of which I have at my place - up to you tho.

[GriffGirl]

If it turns out it's as simple as the valve cover gasket, IMHO you're best off getting the whole gasket kit that includes the o-ring gaskets for where the spark plug holes are and the PVC valve grommet thingie (if you have that on a GT, not sure about that). You'll also want some high temp silicone gasket maker stuff to seal up the curvy parts and around the (damn, I can't remember what it's called) whatever it's called near the cams, facing the timing belt cover. It's a metal half-moon shaped thing.

[DEATH]

If it turns out it's as simple as the valve cover gasket, IMHO you're best off getting the whole gasket kit that includes the o-ring gaskets for where the spark plug holes are and the PVC valve grommet thingie (if you have that on a GT, not sure about that). You'll also want some high temp silicone gasket maker stuff to seal up the curvy parts and around the (damn, I can't remember what it's called) whatever it's called near the cams, facing the timing belt cover. It's a metal half-moon shaped thing.

where the cam passes through the head just under the VC? I know what you mean. I don't see how ya'lls 7A's leak from anywhere on the VC seeing as how straight up and down your motor sits. The 5S starts leaking after only 100K miles.

BTW - Not talking about seepage which is normal on any motor's VCG

This post has been edited by DEATH: Nov 20, 2008 - 3:26 PM

[Rook]

If you're in Houston - bring it by my shop and I'll get you diagnosed. PM if interested.

ok...i'm bout to sound dumb..but idk wat PM means. hehe But hey that sounds like a good idea. How much do you charge or wat...?

[DEATH]

If you're in Houston - bring it by my shop and I'll get you diagnosed. PM if interested.

ok...i'm bout to sound dumb..but idk wat PM means. hehe But hey that sounds like a good idea. How much do you charge or wat...?

PM is personal Message - click th ebox next to my name and you will see "send message" as an option - click that and the site pretty much does the work for you. But I'm here answering your questions so no need.
I won't charge you anything to diagnose it for you and if it's just something simple like a VCG and you don't feel like getting dirty and following my instructions I'll do it for say $25? If you're old enough bring beer and give me a hand and it's totally free - your choice.

[Rook]

If you're in Houston - bring it by my shop and I'll get you diagnosed. PM if interested.

ok...i'm bout to sound dumb..but idk wat PM means. hehe But hey that sounds like a good idea. How much do you charge or wat...?

PM is personal Message - click th ebox next to my name and you will see "send message" as an option - click that and the site pretty much does the work for you. But I'm here answering your questions so no need.
I won't charge you anything to diagnose it for you and if it's just something simple like a VCG and you don't feel like getting dirty and following my instructions I'll do it for say $25? If you're old enough bring beer and give me a hand and it's totally free - your choice.

haha. i think i can work out the beer situation. but yeah i would like to go specially if you can help me or see you do it. I've never done nothing big on cars. kinda sucks since i want to be a mechanic right? Where's your shop at?

[DEATH]

290 and Tidwell. Sat mornings are always free.

[trdproven]

Most the time it is valve cover gasket

[Rook]

290 and Tidwell. Sat mornings are always free.

hey not sure if you got that message i sent you. lol. i tried checking but i couldnt even figure out how to check my inbox and such. im feeling like such a noob on this site. haha well yeah just fyi i cant do this saturday. Still interested though