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Old 11-10-2006, 11:07 PM
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Not big on CF but I hate the stock valve covers and these are about the same a aluminum

http://www.scootersperformance.com/carbonvc.htm
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Wow, those look nice.

Some more info at LS1Tech
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Coming from the Ducati world...carbon fiber is appealing. I'd love to know the weight reduction, though...as I'd have a tough time rationalizing the "bling" factor without a "function" side as well.

The relocation kit also holds some appeal.

If you're gonna buy new covers anyway...sure, go for it.

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The covers are tall enough to clear any aftermarket valvetrain, so there is a function to follow the form.
The covers will include 2 carbon valve covers, an oil fill cap, and either 1 vacuum port and a PCV valve or no provisions at all. Also included are the stainless steel coil pack relocation brackets, all hadware for the covers and coil packs, and a set of new GM gaskets. We will have an option for deletion of the coil brackets, but as they don't cost too much, there will not be a very big price reduction, probably under $50.
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No reason why not, save a little weight, look cool. How are they gasketed? Hopefully they have the built-in O-ring seals.
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Originally Posted by ghoffman
No reason why not, save a little weight, look cool. How are they gasketed? Hopefully they have the built-in O-ring seals.

http://www.scootersperformance.com/l...ord%20004a.jpg
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That will do.
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Not big on CF do dads but I love these covers. AND hatig the stock ones makes them even better.
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Originally Posted by BQuicksilver
Wow, those look nice.

Some more info at LS1Tech
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=603673

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The C6R LS7.Rs use CF valve covers from the pictures I have seen.


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