I am in the middle of replacing the valve cover gaskets and spark plug tube seals, so I have the plenum of and the rear valve cover off (among other things). Is there anything else I should do while I have all that off.

I already cleaned the EGR port on the plenum - it was pretty well clogged. I have cleaned the TB (both sides of the butterfly) and the IACV.

Is there anything else worthwhile that I shuold do, preventative or otherwise?

Thanks.

 

Morning bump... its all going back together in an hour or so - so get back to me soon!

 

take pictures when its all apart, I'll be doing this soon!

Also, what all gaskets are you replacing, VGC, tube seals, what else?

 

Yeah I'd just check all of the gaskets assuming they were never changed they are getting old. When I took it off my TB gasket just crumbled, and I didn't notice and I put it all back and my car wouldn't start and it was because of that gasket but it was no big deal but check that one, and teh EGR gasket will be a ***** to get back on.

 

Install an '00 VI

 

I've got pictures of everything does anyone remember how the tube seals go back into the valve cover - I forgot - oops... I believe its the flat side should point towards me once the tube seal is seated in the cover (assuming the cover is upside down).

 

The following gaskets will be replaced:

1. TB
2. IACV
3. EGR tube (both ends)
4. Rear valve cover
5. Rear spark plug tube seals
6. Valve cover bolt grommets/washers
7. Plenum gasket

I think thats it I gotta wait until tomorrow to finish now - I'm not liking the non-OEM tube seals I picked up... so I'll have to wait till tomorrow to buy the parts from the local dealer.