Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

The Fel-Pro VS 50461 R is a premium-grade engine valve cover gasket set engineered to provide a reliable seal, even on imperfect sealing surfaces. Manufactured with proprietary PermaDry molded rubber, this one-piece gasket set is designed specifically for the repair environment, ensuring it conforms to challenging surfaces where other gaskets might fail. Fel-Pro includes every necessary part for the repair in this set, offering a comprehensive solution to leaky valve covers. Specifications include a thickness of 0.365 inches, 6 mounting holes, and a total of 8 pieces in the set. It is not specified whether sealant is included, but the product is tested on-vehicle to validate its performance on the road. Customer feedback indicates that while generally well-received for sealing and ease of installation, there have been isolated reports of fitment issues. Specifically, one review mentioned that locating tabs were not correctly spaced, leading to misaligned screw holes and leaks around the screws when used on a 3.5L Mitsubishi V6. However, other customers confirmed an "exact fit" for models like the 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante and noted that the spark plug tube gaskets also function correctly. Installation advice from customers suggests that while not strictly required, using a small amount of gasket sealant or RTV can provide extra protection, ensuring not to use too much and to thoroughly clean sealing surfaces before installation.