I went to two different mechanics and they both said
YES there is a leak and it is caused by cracked Valve Cover Gasket.
is it popular for vd35 engines to have this problem when its over 100k miles?
Anyways, they are both quoting me for 480 to 500 dollars....(300 labor 180-200 for parts.)
i was expecting to pay around 300 with everything but i guess not....
hmmmmm.... any place i can get the gasket for less?
Thanks

 

The gaskets are only $13-16 for each side. You need the entire valve covers to be replaced as well. It is not common for the valve cover gaskets to leak, however it is very common for the spark plug tube seals located in the valve cover to leak.

I am purchasing both side valve covers and gaskets for $395 from OC Infiniti (a vendor here on the forums) and installing them myself.

A reasonable price to fix your car would be around $600 if you're at a shop with the average $100/hr labor rate.

 

dang, can i just replace the gasket? i did read some forums from here stated it is okay to just replace the gaskets.
my car only has 100k miles. T_T

 

did you search any at all on this? Tons of information available

 

I finally found a mechanic who is willing to do it for 400 and thats with everything!!! (labor + parts)
I think i got a deal here lol

 

Thats good. How long will it take to fix?

 

3 hours not bad at all