Need New Rocker Cover Gasket

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Hi so I’ve got a question about a new rocker cover gasket. I know that the original is made out of cork, but was wondering if anyone knew if i could get a gasket cover that it is made out of rubber and can fit a rover mini 1000, 1991 model. I’m not sure how many studs are on the car itself if it is 9 or 11 but your help would be much appreciated, have got a Haynes manual as well btw.

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http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item–i-12A1175EVAP

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you can get silicone gaskets now  http://www.minispares.com/product/Classic/Engine/Cylinder_heads/Gaskets/GUG705009EVO.aspx?100401&ReturnUrl=/shop/classic/Engine/Cylinder~heads/gaskets.aspx|Back%20to%20shop

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I’ve used the newer type of gaskets but i always find myself going back to cork it just seems to seals better

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Cheers guys,n,I have appreciated. Gonna order the second one suggested

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To prevent the sealing issues Rocket mentioned, see the thread linked below and follow the steps I outline in post #9 (first page).  If you follow that method the silicone gaskets work very well.  This method also works very well with cork gaskets if you prefer to continue using them.

 

http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/294141-cork-vs-silicon-rocker-gasket/

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To prevent the sealing issues Rocket mentioned, see the thread linked below and follow the steps I outline in post #9 (first page).  If you follow that method the silicone gaskets work very well.  This method also works very well with cork gaskets if you prefer to continue using them.

 

http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/294141-cork-vs-silicon-rocker-gasket/

 

Thanks for sharing

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I have found that simply not overtightening the cork gasket (ie not overtightening the rocker sleeve nuts) is the answer. I fitted t bars to make it easier. Just nip them up but don’t horse them down, and the cork gasket seals fine for a long long time.

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I have found that simply not overtightening the cork gasket (ie not overtightening the rocker sleeve nuts) is the answer. I fitted t bars to make it easier. Just nip them up but don’t horse them down, and the cork gasket seals fine for a long long time.

 

That is indeed true if the valve cover is not distorted from previous owners over tightening the sleeve nuts.  

 

The gasket installation method I posted a link to works both for valve covers that are pristine and those that have been distorted from previous owners over tightening and distorting the valve cover.