Removing valve cover - Anything I need to change/be aware off?

[Jonas_R]

So I'm removing the valve cover to do some machining on it and get it powder coated black.

Is there anything I should be aware of or change after removing it?

I have new gasket, but nothing else?

[UrS4boy]

Is there anything I should be aware of ?

Yeh, note the item 15 and 16 bolt locations (the are different lengths) and remember to remove the Item 19 bolts too. Some people use a bit of silicon sealant on the half moons to prevent them from moving during install.

[Error404]

Remove / replace the splash guard under the filler cap - they get very brittle and fracture, sending bits of plastic into your oilways.

[Jonas_R]

I assume that is nr 21 in the etka diagram?

Should I renew the bolts?

[UrS4boy]

I assume that is nr 21 in the etka diagram?
Should I renew the bolts?

Splash guard is Item 21.

Bolts are fine. Very little torque involved: Cam cover 10 Nm (7 lb ft)

[Error404]

Should I renew the bolts?

Yes with nice shiny stainless ones

[Jonas_R]

Well I'm getting at least one new bolt since one was not present

But that is what to be expected from the previous owner.

No stainless steel bolts for me.