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Old Aug 13, 2020 | 04:09 AM
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The initial work is kinda tough but once it’s clean it’s easier to maintain. Good job.
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The initial work is kinda tough but once it’s clean it’s easier to maintain. Good job.
Absolutely right! I steamed the engine a week or so ago to really get it clean and then as you say, it's easy to maintain
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I have spent countless hours and about 8 years on mine. Its takes time.!!
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Not seen in this picture is a carbon fiber oil dipstick top and a carbon fiber nose cover.


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How do you like that carbon fiber nose piece? I have a stainless one now but I've been debating on getting that one instead.
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Gosh y'all's are so clean and nice! The second I saw y'all's, my car engine started leaking oil out of sadness!
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Where do you get those valve cover? How much are they? I like em. Black or red for me. Blue would go hard also
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Where do you get those valve cover? How much are they? I like em. Black or red for me. Blue would go hard also
They are made by Proform available thru Summit Racing. I think they were around $300. Also upgraded the PCV system to the late 04+ which puts it in the valley cover. Coil packs were put into the fender along the fuel purge valve.

Caution with the valve covers. If you drive the car a lot, the recommended oil fill cap (has a rubber push in seal) shrinks over time and can allow oil to seep out. I reached out to Proform and they are aware of the issue. Was told GM is coming out with a redesign. These are made by Proform for GM.
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So is it safe to steam clean the motor - no electrical issues to be concerned about after?
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So is it safe to steam clean the motor - no electrical issues to be concerned about after?
Nope. All is safe. Of course use caution around certain areas but overall is was easy peasy
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I wouldn't. A lot of simple green and elbow grease.
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I have spent countless hours and about 8 years on mine. Its takes time.!!
I had to zoom in because I didnt have a clue of what i was looking at.

This is the best color by far because it is not vibrant and blends in so perfect that it's a head turner
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Not totally spotless but its clean.

I guess I should add it isnt just a 5.7 liter either lol. Its 6.3 liters.
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I like that colored logo. How'd you do that?

Also, great looking bays guys!
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