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04-23-2005, 06:25 PM | #1 |
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Which valve cover for inline 6?
Can't seem to find the info using search feature.
I want to get a polished aluminum valve cover for my 250 inline 6. I have looked at my Jegs catalog and all I see is SB and BB valve covers - which fits the L6 engine for our trucks? Or is there a special one I need to get? If anyone has a suggestion for a good aluminum valve cover, anodized or polished (not painted!), please post a link. I really want to finish dressing up my engine so I can move onto other projects TIA
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04-23-2005, 06:51 PM | #2 |
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Clifford makes a cast aluminum one for the Chevy 6 cylinder engine but it's a black wrinkle finish. I just finished painting mine orange . I don't know if anyone makes a polished aluminum one. http://www.cliffordperformance.com/ Chris
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04-23-2005, 07:10 PM | #3 |
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offenhauser has a finned aluminum cover , available @ www.speedwaymotors.com for $130
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04-23-2005, 09:12 PM | #4 |
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I second the Offy...
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04-23-2005, 10:19 PM | #5 |
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04-23-2005, 10:31 PM | #6 |
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Sweet stuff I wish I could find a set of OFFY valve covers for my SB
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04-23-2005, 11:00 PM | #7 |
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I have some similar Edebrocks for a SBC.
Have you checked with the vendors for a cover,one of them might have one.
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04-23-2005, 11:29 PM | #8 |
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I am still sitting on a chrome I-6 valve cover that was on my original engine. It is wrapped up in the bottom of my tool box awaiting a new home. I'll make you a great deal on it if you might be interrested. Up until three weeks ago, I even still have a gasket that was sealed in the packaging for it.
Let me know, Dean
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04-24-2005, 07:19 AM | #9 |
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www.stoveboltengineco.com
--Is another source for L6 goodies.
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04-25-2005, 12:33 AM | #10 |
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I was talking to Ed @ MotherTruckers and he was saying to avoid the chrome covers, something about they never quite fit right, are prone to leaks and rust. This is the only reason I was really looking for aluminum. He also mentioned going with the Offy valve cover, I was just set back by the price...That's pretty damned expensive!
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04-25-2005, 12:59 AM | #11 |
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Check Ebay Lots Of Crome Valve Covers And Side Plates For I6
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04-25-2005, 09:40 AM | #13 |
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What, you don't want a chrome one like I've got on mine, and have it leak like mine does? LOL. Mine was on the 250 when I got hte truck, which means it sat for 5 years, so hopefully a new gasket will fix it. If not, I may be looking at the Offy one also.
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04-28-2005, 01:59 PM | #14 | |
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Looking for a polished or anodzied aluminum cover. I was in the process of going with chrome and was told to avoid chrome and go aluminum (for fitment/rusting reasons). I know Offenhauser makes a good one, I was just hoping to find something a little less expensive.
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04-28-2005, 08:43 PM | #16 |
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I think your going to be hard pressed to find anything other than the Offy vs. Chrome vs. Stock.
Besides...Offy has the matching side covers too
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04-28-2005, 11:01 PM | #17 |
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I have seen them in the PAW catalogue. I can't find it right now but if I do, I will let you know.
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04-28-2005, 11:46 PM | #18 |
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If you have any boat repair shops in your area check them out,the small ones that have been around a while are your best bet. Ask for a valve cover for a 216 mercruiser. It is finned aluminum but painted black. I stripped mine and put POR-15 chevy orange on it. I gave 30.00 bucks for the last one I got. Bryan
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04-29-2005, 12:26 AM | #19 |
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Good suggestion, Bryan. I'll hafta check that out - exact same fit? This is the kind of info I was looking to score. Bonus!
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04-29-2005, 01:19 AM | #20 |
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Yes it will fit the only modification you may have to make is drill a hole for pcv the older ones didnt have them. Bryan
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