panhead cam covers

[bmh]

I waswondering if anyone can tell me if the breather pipe in a panhead cam cover is cast pressed in as it would seem to be? If so what is the best aproach at removal? Also any tips for reinstall? I have a cover I would like to use very much, but the gasket surface will need trued up in order to do so. Figuired it was best to seek some advice before I went and made matters worse all on my own.
Brian

[Jerry Wieland]

It is pressed in and comes out easily with a plier or something that grips good without grrrring.

Jerry

[bmh]

Thanks. That's what I thought , just didn't wnat to take a chance on messing up a cover to find out.
Brian