Help! 93' LT1 Valve Covers

[wrenchmantee]

I want some new valve covers for my 93' LT1, Not the same old "Chrome or Alumium". I need some help finding some cool ones, Give me some HELP...;help Show me some pics if you got them. Thanks!

 

[vee93]

Cool ones like what? As in, what do YOU have in mind? Cause you can always have your valve covers painted to match that nifty red exterior paint. ...just a thought.

 

[wrenchmantee]

Found some ProForm GM Performance #141-132 cast alum. w/Chrome finish @ Performance Parts.com

 

[wrenchmantee]

Thanks for answering, I'll post some pics when I get them on!

 

[Hrtbeat1]

On my '90 L98 I used a set of Moroso polished aluminum centerbolt style. Had to use a bit longer bolts, the ones supplied were NOT the proper thread. They were a bit taller than the stock ones but not like "tall" valve covers. The one bad thing was I accidentally got some degreaser on one side and it stained/etched the finish. Still several people commented on how good they looked at the Cruisefest in Bowling Green.

 

[wrenchmantee]

I found some & painted the fuel rail covers to match the car, I like it!

 

[Toms007]

That does look really nice.

 

[Epimax]

I found some & painted the fuel rail covers to match the car, I like it!

Man, That looks killer!!:cool I'm planning on painting my fuel rail covers tand ASR box this weekend!

 

[wrenchmantee]

Thanks, man it's easy! Dawn dish soap-HOT water- SOS pad & shoot them....Hand details are easy..Model car enamel paint and some small paint brushes. BUT let them dry
really good after.

 

[DogAlpha]

Do those valve covers create any unwanted noise. I read that the stock covers where designed to be quieter.

I love the look of your engine!! Your giving me some ideas. Thanx!!

 

[wrenchmantee]

I was concerened about the same thing, But I cannot tell any difference! I am very pleased with the final result. I even added another piece that made it look complete, I put a S.S. polished MAP sensor cover.

 

[thirdday60]

I was wandering about clearance between altenator and valve cover, they look taller than stock?

 

[wrenchmantee]

Yes, they are 1/4" taller "PLUS" the thicker gaskets. As for alternator clearance...there was NONE! I had to make the cleanance by shaving off some of the rear housing on the alt. It was not hard to do, just took some time. I did not have to cut through the housing, just shave off the thickness. But when I was finished there was enough clearance to pass a wire between the valve covers. If you need some help just e-me! Wrenchmantee

 

[ksphar]

Any interest in selling your original valve covers? I have been looking for a stock set.

Thanks!
Kevin

 

[wrenchmantee]

Yes, I would like to sell them.

 

[wrenchmantee]

They are in great condition, no leaks or cracks, all screws and cap included.

 

[JAKE]

Yes, they are 1/4" taller "PLUS" the thicker gaskets. As for alternator clearance...there was NONE! I had to make the cleanance by shaving off some of the rear housing on the alt. It was not hard to do, just took some time. I did not have to cut through the housing, just shave off the thickness. But when I was finished there was enough clearance to pass a wire between the valve covers. If you need some help just e-me! Wrenchmantee

I had to do the exact same thing with those covers.

Jake