WTB: Old SB Steel Valve Covers
#1
WTB: Old SB Steel Valve Covers
For use when adjusting my 1965 L79's hydraulic lifters with the engine iding ..... Preferably with the center access slot-window already cutout (I'm trying to minimize oil splatter).
#3
Racer
I found one generic steel valve cover and drilled a hole over each adjustment point just big enough to insert a deep socket. Then I placed a strip of duct tape over each hole so that I can peel it back when adjusting an individual lifter. It works perfectly with no mess or fuss.
#4
Burning Brakes
I found one generic steel valve cover and drilled a hole over each adjustment point just big enough to insert a deep socket. Then I placed a strip of duct tape over each hole so that I can peel it back when adjusting an individual lifter. It works perfectly with no mess or fuss.
#5
Racer
I think I used a simple tape measure to locate holes.You could also use a thin cutoff tool to cut out a slot the length of the cover and then cover with duct tape all but the area you are adjusting.
#6
Here's a Nice Pair Ready for Action in a Few Days
Cutout slots are 16" x 1-3/8" ..... I'll use eight or nine 2" wide duct tape strips laid perpendicular across each cutout and peel back only one strip at a time.
Many thanks to Mike G. for preparing and shipping these clean and straight babies.
I'll really hate to get them dirty.
Many thanks to Mike G. for preparing and shipping these clean and straight babies.
I'll really hate to get them dirty.
Last edited by RRod; 03-25-2012 at 08:08 AM.