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Old 07-07-2006, 02:57 PM   #1
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454 valve covers

in my 68, will i be able to run a tall valve cover on a big block? its going to be sitting on the 67-71 style bb mounts. any problems with firewall or booster? Im wanting to do roller rockers on this engine but not sure if there is room, thanks.
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Old 07-07-2006, 04:52 PM   #2
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Re: 454 valve covers

Mine just barely clear, and the breather will only fit on the front.
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Old 07-08-2006, 12:30 AM   #3
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Re: 454 valve covers

My 69 has the stock mounts & the big booster & I had tall chromes on it with no problems...
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Old 07-08-2006, 08:50 AM   #4
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Re: 454 valve covers

Its going to be close. (steel will give you more clearance.) Ive got fabbed aluminum and will have to clearance the drivers side at the firewall about 1/2".
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