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Old May 14, 2015 | 02:30 PM
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Only the coolant cap fits over the stock cap for added leverage, the oil fill cap was turned down and the rest eliminate the original plastic caps.


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Nice job n good looking engine bay. Also liked the radiator cover...
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Looks great! Good job...
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While the upper radiator cover is not my style, the engine caps look really good.
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While the upper radiator cover is not my style, the engine caps look really good.
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That radiator cover is cool looking. You should make a cpl ppl might want to buy.
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