440 Valve covers
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Racer
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From: Houston, Texas
440 Valve covers
I am in need of replacing the valve covers on a 1967 Chrylser 440 that is in a boat of mine. I know it is not bowtie, but I promise it is a very original and classy boat, that really moves and turns heads.
I am looking for NOS if possible, the existing are unable to seal and I have a problem with oil weeping from the aft end due to the motor being at an angle.
Appreciate any recomendations, motor is original, as is the boat, so throwing it away for a Chevy is not an option . :)
I am looking for NOS if possible, the existing are unable to seal and I have a problem with oil weeping from the aft end due to the motor being at an angle.
Appreciate any recomendations, motor is original, as is the boat, so throwing it away for a Chevy is not an option . :)
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Re: 440 Valve covers (Milest)
On thing you might try is having them welded/bonded to new bases/spacers that are flat/true and maybe 1/2" thick. You might even find Mopar spacers that are for running stock valve covers with roller rockers, I know they make 1/2" spacers for Chevy's.
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Racer
Joined: Oct 2000
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From: Houston, Texas
Re: 440 Valve covers (Fevre)
Verskel - thanks for that reminder, I have had a quick look and will keep looking.
Fevre - Good idea, never thought of that, I may just be able to make that work if they will fit under the water cooled exhaust manifolds. New direction, thanks.
Fevre - Good idea, never thought of that, I may just be able to make that work if they will fit under the water cooled exhaust manifolds. New direction, thanks.
