That's the main key right there....

 

lol. the problem with that is space and efficiency. if everything were so easy to get to the there would be an incredibly amount of empty space within the general area. things would be much bulkier for no reason, driving up costs for materials, which will work its way to higher costs for consumers. thats why most everything is semi-readily removable. so you can take stuff out. but i will agree that things could be done better... a better understanding of maneuvering space for sure...

 

Oh I understand that, that's not what I'm bitching about....
I'm talking about putting a screw, in a location where its impossible to get a screwdriver on the head. Situations like that, NEED a BOLT so that you can get an open end wrench on the side. Or some componants should have slideing clips instead of screws/bolts, because of the space required isnt ideal. ect...

 

I would hold off on changing your headgasket.

Do you sometimes drive your car for short distances? Do you live in an area that gets cold during the winter?

It is very common that if you don't let your engine fully warm up in the winter, or during colder months, by driving it only short distances, that condenstation builds up in your motor. By not letting the engine fully warm up that water doesn't have a chance to evaporate. This leaves a mositure on the top of your valve cover or on the bottom of your oil cap.

Ecotec's use MLS head gaskets, these are very strong. I don't know much about the LSJ's but I've never heard of anyone blowing a head gasket on a 2.2 L61. I know a few people running the stock LSJ head gasket on turbocharged L61's with no issues.


I would check for any visible coolant leaks before changing your head gasket.

Also, check your actual oil via the dip stick to see if that is milky too, and check your coolant resevoir for signs of oil contamination.

I would bet the head gasket is not your issue.

 

oh god, that will definately be sumthin i consider! from working on cars i have decided that those are the most needed changes. lol


hmm... good advice. i frequently check the dip stick, but i cant say ive even paid more attention than a quick glance to see the level. also, i live in Florida, its not very cold very often, and i drive around 300 to 500 miles per week. im a courier...