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nu2-72 · 02-03-2011, 11:20 AM

I am looking to restore a set of original valve covers and they have a foil decal with the engine info stamped in. I have found most all decals reproduced but have not found this one yet. Anyone know of a source? Thanks.

Steve Hafner · 02-03-2011, 01:06 PM

If you're talking about the one pictured below, you might have trouble finding it - I've been looking everywhere and haven't seen one yet. I've seen many that just have "350" on them but none of the original type. Does anyone know of anyone who reproduces the "REAL" valve cover decal ?

jhwkns · 02-03-2011, 02:04 PM

@Kevin, I don't know where to find your decals, but thought I'd say Hi anyway. Long time.

teeitup · 02-03-2011, 02:07 PM

I'm not sure if anyone repro these

**RenoKeene** · 02-03-2011, 04:04 PM

Mine says May 1972

Dark Knight · 02-03-2011, 05:53 PM

http://www.classicparts.com/searchpr...number=3&val=0

Classic Parts of America has a lot of these decals. I don't think they have the particular one you're looking for, but one of these might look good in its place. Besides, no one would be able to tell the difference except for us truck guys on the forum.

factorystock · 02-03-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Hafner

If you're talking about the one pictured below, you might have trouble finding it - I've been looking everywhere and haven't seen one yet.

Looks like the 1970-71 only truck decal. Who said factory restos are easy?

nu2-72 · 02-03-2011, 11:29 PM

Randy, that is exactly the decal I am looking for. I will have to destroy the original to blast the covers and there is no way it is coming off. So, where are they. No vendors have been able to find them so I guess I am the pooch. Thanks guys.

teeitup · 02-03-2011, 11:33 PM

Ya Kevin, I talked to Roger Koop about them he says no one is repro'ing them, sorry

ray_mcavoy · 02-03-2011, 11:54 PM

Hi nu2-72,

Dad's 77 had a similar looking decal with the engine displacement & date stuck on the side of the air cleaner. I used a heat gun (pointed at the inside) to heat up the metal and soften the adhesive on the decal. That allowed it to be carefully peeled off without additional damage.

I stuck it back on with a little trim adhesive after re-painting the air cleaner. It's a bit worn & rough looking, but I couldn't find a reproduction of this decal anywhere either.

nu2-72 · 02-04-2011, 09:56 AM

Unfortunately the previous owners were not very careful under the hood so the foil is really torn up and not able to be salvaged. I know lots of people do not reuse the valve covers opting instead for aluminum covers or other. Guess that will be the only way to get one. Thanks for all the help guys but sometimes things are just not available.
Hey John, how's the weather? We are better than most. Only about 12" of snow here. Got about 6" then freezing rain and then more snow. That layer of ice in there has been killer.
Finally got the engine, tranny and tcase in the frame. Front end is done and working on finishing the rear end with disc brakes. May finish the welding on that today. Cleaning the driveshafts and steering box and they should be ready in a week or so. And painting the new calipers. Hope to install them soon as well. I will get you some pictures.

02-03-2011, 11:20 AM	#1
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	where to get decals ? I am looking to restore a set of original valve covers and they have a foil decal with the engine info stamped in. I have found most all decals reproduced but have not found this one yet. Anyone know of a source? Thanks. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

02-03-2011, 01:06 PM	#2
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: where to get decals ? If you're talking about the one pictured below, you might have trouble finding it - I've been looking everywhere and haven't seen one yet. I've seen many that just have "350" on them but none of the original type. Does anyone know of anyone who reproduces the "REAL" valve cover decal ? Attached Images __________________ . . . . Life is short . . . we only have, right now. . . . . My 70 C-10's BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475526

02-03-2011, 02:04 PM	#3
jhwkns Registered Cruiser Join Date: May 2002 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,230	Re: where to get decals ? @Kevin, I don't know where to find your decals, but thought I'd say Hi anyway. Long time. __________________ I intend to live forever. So far, so good.

02-03-2011, 02:07 PM	#4
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: where to get decals ? I'm not sure if anyone repro these Attached Images __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

02-03-2011, 04:04 PM	#5
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,025	Re: where to get decals ? Mine says May 1972 Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

02-03-2011, 05:53 PM	#6
Dark Knight Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pleak, Texas Posts: 420	Re: where to get decals ? http://www.classicparts.com/searchpr...number=3&val=0 Classic Parts of America has a lot of these decals. I don't think they have the particular one you're looking for, but one of these might look good in its place. Besides, no one would be able to tell the difference except for us truck guys on the forum. __________________ -1967 Chevrolet Fleetside LWB- 350 V8 w/thumpr cam, NV3500, 3.08 gears, A/C, PS -1983 Chevy Silverado C1500- 383 stroker, TH400 -1989 Chevy Silverado K1500 SWB- 5.3L swap, 700R4, 3.42 gears -And a '66 Ford Mustang- 200 I6, C4 trans, rust bucket "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." -FDR (and maybe rust too) You've gotta be able to stop and steer before you can go fast!

02-03-2011, 11:29 PM	#8
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	Re: where to get decals ? Randy, that is exactly the decal I am looking for. I will have to destroy the original to blast the covers and there is no way it is coming off. So, where are they. No vendors have been able to find them so I guess I am the pooch. Thanks guys. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

02-03-2011, 11:33 PM	#9
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: where to get decals ? Ya Kevin, I talked to Roger Koop about them he says no one is repro'ing them, sorry __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

02-03-2011, 11:54 PM	#10
ray_mcavoy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Sherman, ME Posts: 2,359	Re: where to get decals ? Hi nu2-72, Dad's 77 had a similar looking decal with the engine displacement & date stuck on the side of the air cleaner. I used a heat gun (pointed at the inside) to heat up the metal and soften the adhesive on the decal. That allowed it to be carefully peeled off without additional damage. I stuck it back on with a little trim adhesive after re-painting the air cleaner. It's a bit worn & rough looking, but I couldn't find a reproduction of this decal anywhere either. Last edited by ray_mcavoy; 02-03-2011 at 11:55 PM.

02-04-2011, 09:56 AM	#11
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	Re: where to get decals ? Unfortunately the previous owners were not very careful under the hood so the foil is really torn up and not able to be salvaged. I know lots of people do not reuse the valve covers opting instead for aluminum covers or other. Guess that will be the only way to get one. Thanks for all the help guys but sometimes things are just not available. Hey John, how's the weather? We are better than most. Only about 12" of snow here. Got about 6" then freezing rain and then more snow. That layer of ice in there has been killer. Finally got the engine, tranny and tcase in the frame. Front end is done and working on finishing the rear end with disc brakes. May finish the welding on that today. Cleaning the driveshafts and steering box and they should be ready in a week or so. And painting the new calipers. Hope to install them soon as well. I will get you some pictures. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide



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