Don’t Install Aluminum Valve Covers Until You Watch This

Leaky valve covers are a common issue across a lot of VQ engines — not just the 350Z. In this video, I install aluminum (al-yoo-MIN-ee-um 😅) valve covers and go over the things nobody really talks about — the small details and caveats that can catch you off guard during the install. While these are a solid upgrade over OEM plastic covers (which tend to warp and leak over time), they are NOT a perfect bolt-on solution. There are a few things you’ll want to check, adjust, or be aware of before diving in. This applies to a wide range of Nissan and Infiniti platforms using VQ engines — including the 350Z, 370Z, G35, G37, Altima, Maxima, and more. If you’re dealing with oil leaks or considering aftermarket valve covers, this should help you avoid some headaches and get it done right the first time. Drop a comment if you’ve run these on your VQ — curious how they’ve held up long term 👇 vq35de - https://amzn.to/48wALi4 vq35hr - https://amzn.to/4n7BdJt vq35de - https://www.ebay.com/itm/353765998525 valve covers used in video vq35hr - https://www.ebay.com/itm/387120647131 #nissan #infiniti #vqengine #carrepair #projectcar #3rdpedalmedia 00:00 - Intro 02:36 - caveat #1 03:23 - caveat #2 04:24 - caveat #3 06:00 - caveat #4 06:57 - disassembly 09:47 - WTF moment 16:18 - valve cover prep and install 19:42 - valve cover sequence and torque 23:35 - overall impression 24:51 - intake manifold cleaning and install 26.16 - intake manifold sequence and torque 26:29 - conclusion ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🙏Thanks for viewing my VLOG, Please dont forget to #subscribe 🔥 Merch 👉 https://3rdpedalmedia.com/ 🔥 Like 👍👍 🔥 Subs 👉https://www.youtube.com/c/itzmeToXIc?sub_confirmation=1 🔥 Help Create more Garage Moments 👉https://www.patreon.com/kevan_h 📨 Contact join my Discord Server https://discord.gg/ypAS8DKRTh 📦 Send Us some Sub mail! and lets read it on air.. Kevan H #169 7115 Southpoint Pkwy Ste 5. Brentwood, TN. 37027 vq engine,valve covers vq,vq35de valve covers,vq37vhr valve covers,350z valve covers,370z valve covers,g35 valve covers,g37 valve covers,altima valve covers,maxima valve covers,nissan valve cover leak,infiniti oil leak,valve cover replacement,aluminum valve covers,aluminium valve covers,aftermarket valve covers,valve cover install,oil leak fix car,engine oil leak repair,vq engine mods,nissan performance mods,infiniti performance mods,car diy repair,mechanic tips,engine maintenance,car problems oil leak,diy mechanic,garage build,car repair tips,3rdpedalmedia ⛔ this channel and its videos are meant for entertainment purposes only ⛔