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Old 01-02-2013, 12:49 PM   #384
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Re: Project Goldilocks, '66 C10 SWB BBW Build

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Those valve covers look like they'll be a nice touch!
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I really like the valve cover idea. Great work.
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I really like the Valve Cover idea. Are the gen1 valve covers the same length as the LS ones?
There is about 1/16" difference in length, measuring from the outside of the flanges. The Gen 1 covers are 3/8" wider, measuring from the outside of the flanges. I'll have to make a new steel flanges for the reshaped covers and if possible I'll weld tabs/drill/tap holes into the valve cover sealing area on the LS heads to accept the Gen 1 perimeter bolt pattern. Not sure if I'll be able to use an LS style O-ring seal (have to machine a groove in the flange) or just use cork gaskets.
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