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06-29-2010, 03:31 PM
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Valve cover question
Ok, Im looking to buy new valve covers....need some opinions please...
So I found these edlebrocks that I like.... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Edelb...item563da648b0 But Im worried about leaks...So should I shell out 10 more bucks and buy these..... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ball-...Q5fAccessories I was really set on a black finish but are aluminum's ALOT Less likely to leak?? Or should I be fine the edelbrock's?? Thanks |
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06-29-2010, 03:51 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
I think you should be ok with the Edelbrock ones, if you´re worried, use some spreaders on the bolts.
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06-29-2010, 03:57 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Valve cover question
i would go with the aluminum ones.
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06-29-2010, 04:26 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
I just finished my 406 and put these on it.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SBC-C...Q5fAccessories No leaks and the flanges are well made. Plus i have not seen many on our trucks. The welds around the edges look cool and are perfectly lined up.Cheap price to. Just an opinion.
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06-29-2010, 09:42 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
thanks for the input so far guys..... if anyone else has any more opinions on this, i would appreciate it.. thanks again
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06-29-2010, 09:50 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
Go with the AL ones - far less issues in my book
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06-29-2010, 11:03 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
The aluminum ones look like they do not have baffles in them. I do not like oil sucking covers.
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06-29-2010, 11:30 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
Don't go cheap, get a good set , it will be worth it in the long run. Also get a set that has at least one hole in each, one for pcv and the other for a breather.
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06-30-2010, 06:29 AM
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Re: Valve cover question
Be careful about buying the tall covers whether steel or aluminum. I've found that the tall covers interfere with the alternator when it is attached with stock brackets.
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06-30-2010, 07:54 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
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06-30-2010, 07:58 PM
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Re: Valve cover question
Finned.
 I got em off Fleabay. Fit and finish were excellent and they have baffles.
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