Changed the Valve Cover Gasket and Now Have An Oil Leak =/

[whiskychaser]

Only reason I can see to use sealant is to hold the gasket in place somewhere it may move while you are placing the cover on. Well, exactly the spots in the diagram I use some sealant on the steel washers on the sump guard for exactly that reason. Doesnt perform any sealing function. It just makes life easier

[Kibokojoe]

Exactly. The only other place is where a gasket makes a sharp turn and the gasket may not seal at the turn.