BB valve covers, need suggestions. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

barn9 · 07-20-2002, 10:35 PM

I am wanting to replace the old stock valve covers on my 402 BB. Not really interested in any cheap chrome that flakes off. I've seen pics of SB covers that are charcoal with red bowtie that I like the looks of, but I am open to suggestions, and would appreciate any good sources. I would even consider some good used ones if anyone has such an animal. Thanks, LB.

PushinPebbles · 07-20-2002, 11:21 PM

I think you are talking about the "crinkle" something valve covers........are you?.......................look in the summit book...................they have the valve covers,timing chain cover, and breather to match.........................PP

Longhorn Man · 07-20-2002, 11:22 PM

The edelbrock signiture series valve covers don't flake, they have a rather good price, and they have some of the best oil baffles in the industry.

mikej71 · 07-20-2002, 11:24 PM

I really like these. They're on eBay right now. $52, but the reserve isn't met.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844808109

I just saw that they had a broken fin. Still pretty cool.

**68 Stepside** · 07-20-2002, 11:28 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844379963 <those are making me drool just looking at them....I love the vintage look....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1843911779 <those are nice as well

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844617442 <those would look nice on that pretty red and white truck

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844756175 <those are sweet as well....

Well, there's a few of your options. I prefer the vintage look myself. By the way Mr. Brimley, er, I mean barn

, that is a SWEET truck you have!

TJ

chevy2racr · 07-20-2002, 11:35 PM

I like mine

XXL · 07-21-2002, 08:37 AM

Schwing...

or

Kenneth

barn9 · 07-21-2002, 03:18 PM

LOL! 68 Stepside. Mr. Brimley! Damn it man! I was hoping that one would just fade away!
Anyway, thanks for the tips guys, I'm headin' over to check them out. Cya, LB.

jones · 07-21-2002, 05:41 PM

10 years & counting
M/T = mickey thompson (also available with "holley")

HvyChevy454 · 07-21-2002, 06:21 PM

Chevy2racr,
i have set of those too, off of my late model 454. Very sharp but mine are chipping and need repainting so i have a set of chrome chevrolet i gto for free b/c of a dent in one under the brake booster.

**PICKMUP** · 07-21-2002, 08:55 PM

Those late GM covers like on chevy2racr's eng really work well. They have o-rings instead of gaskets. No glue & no leaks. They are alum, so they don't flex or dent. You can polish, paint or powder coat them...and they are around swap meets & used parts places very reasonable. I even have a couple sets for sale under $100...shhhhhhhhhhhhh!

superchevy · 07-21-2002, 09:35 PM

If you've got an extra $2000 you could probably still get this set of covers:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1842836950

Mike C · 07-22-2002, 09:47 AM

I bought a set of tall polished covers for my 402. Had to lengthen the alternator belt and I still haven't put the passengers side on as it looks like I will have to reloacate the vacuum can and modify the AC compressor bracket as well as lengthening the belt. I am going to buy the GM performance parts cast aluminum covers from Scoggin Dickey. Only $99 a pair and the come with bolts, gaskets, grommets and filler cap! If you have a non-Ac truck and want to buy my polished covers with billet PCV, breather and fill cap shoot me an email. I paid $100 for the covers and another $60 for the accessories but will let 'em go for the $100 it will cost me to get the GM covers.

07-20-2002, 10:35 PM	#1
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	BB valve covers, need suggestions. I am wanting to replace the old stock valve covers on my 402 BB. Not really interested in any cheap chrome that flakes off. I've seen pics of SB covers that are charcoal with red bowtie that I like the looks of, but I am open to suggestions, and would appreciate any good sources. I would even consider some good used ones if anyone has such an animal. Thanks, LB. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

07-20-2002, 11:21 PM	#2
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	I think you are talking about the "crinkle" something valve covers........are you?.......................look in the summit book...................they have the valve covers,timing chain cover, and breather to match.........................PP __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"

07-20-2002, 11:24 PM	#4
mikej71 Unregistered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston, TX USA Posts: 538	I really like these. They're on eBay right now. $52, but the reserve isn't met. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844808109 I just saw that they had a broken fin. Still pretty cool. Attached Images __________________ 71 SWB Stepside SB400/TH350 Last edited by mikej71; 07-21-2002 at 12:16 AM.

07-20-2002, 11:28 PM	#5
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,690	http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844379963 <those are making me drool just looking at them....I love the vintage look.... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1843911779 <those are nice as well http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844617442 <those would look nice on that pretty red and white truck http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1844756175 <those are sweet as well.... Well, there's a few of your options. I prefer the vintage look myself. By the way Mr. Brimley, er, I mean barn , that is a SWEET truck you have! TJ __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

07-20-2002, 11:35 PM	#6
chevy2racr So Many Ideas, So Little Money Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Marshalltown, IA Posts: 1,610	I like mine Attached Images __________________ 72 Blazer 3/4 ton running gear 4.10s NP205/TH350 350 4in lift half doors 71 C10 with 454 99 S-10 5.1L SBC 700R4 09 Malibu Marshalltown, Iowa

07-20-2002, 11:22 PM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	The edelbrock signiture series valve covers don't flake, they have a rather good price, and they have some of the best oil baffles in the industry.

07-21-2002, 08:37 AM	#7
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07-21-2002, 03:18 PM	#8
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	LOL! 68 Stepside. Mr. Brimley! Damn it man! I was hoping that one would just fade away! Anyway, thanks for the tips guys, I'm headin' over to check them out. Cya, LB. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

07-21-2002, 05:41 PM	#9
jones Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North Idaho Posts: 43	10 years & counting M/T = mickey thompson (also available with "holley") Attached Images __________________ 69 C15 86 K20

07-21-2002, 06:21 PM	#10
HvyChevy454 Slowly getting CRSS... Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Lutz, Florida Posts: 656	Chevy2racr, i have set of those too, off of my late model 454. Very sharp but mine are chipping and need repainting so i have a set of chrome chevrolet i gto for free b/c of a dent in one under the brake booster. Attached Images __________________ -Nic Lutz, Fl My Team Website The Heavy Chevy Website ------------------ 72 Cheyenne 10 LWB GM 12-bolt 3.08 w/ Auburn Posi 91 454 Edel Performer RPM Intake 750 cfm carb Comp Cam 268/.495 Hedman Headers Dual 3'' Exhaust 71 Cheyenne 20 4x4 Fact. A/C PS PB Tilt Currently in the works... Speak Softly and Carry A Big Block... There is No replacement for Displacement... "If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." - Mario Andretti

07-21-2002, 08:55 PM	#11
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	Those late GM covers like on chevy2racr's eng really work well. They have o-rings instead of gaskets. No glue & no leaks. They are alum, so they don't flex or dent. You can polish, paint or powder coat them...and they are around swap meets & used parts places very reasonable. I even have a couple sets for sale under $100...shhhhhhhhhhhhh! __________________ Email: frankeham@comcast.net Phone: 360-956-7170

07-21-2002, 09:35 PM	#12
superchevy Got big-block? Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 2,453	If you've got an extra $2000 you could probably still get this set of covers: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1842836950 __________________ '68 CST SWB factory 396/T400 buddy buckets, a/c, ps, pb '72 Corvette convertible 454/4spd/ac, ps, pb '73 GMC Sierra Grande short wide 454/T400 ps, pb, ac '77 K5 Blazer black on red, 350/T350/NP205 ps, pb, ac all original '78 GMC Sierra Classic short wide 454/T400 ps, pb, ac '72 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 38 built. '73 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 71 built. '75 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 25 built. SOLD! '72 GMC K25 4x4 468/4L80e/NP205 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post4324423 SOLD!'55 Chevy gasser 496/4spd build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post4324396

07-22-2002, 09:47 AM	#13
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	I bought a set of tall polished covers for my 402. Had to lengthen the alternator belt and I still haven't put the passengers side on as it looks like I will have to reloacate the vacuum can and modify the AC compressor bracket as well as lengthening the belt. I am going to buy the GM performance parts cast aluminum covers from Scoggin Dickey. Only $99 a pair and the come with bolts, gaskets, grommets and filler cap! If you have a non-Ac truck and want to buy my polished covers with billet PCV, breather and fill cap shoot me an email. I paid $100 for the covers and another $60 for the accessories but will let 'em go for the $100 it will cost me to get the GM covers. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax



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