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Old Feb 3, 2022 | 11:00 PM
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How difficult is it to replace the valve covers on a LT1 with a Magnuson 2650 already installed? Major job or a couple hours?

Would like to replace the OEM Valve Covers with Katech Anodized Billet Valve Covers that are made specifically for the Magnuson 2650.

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Hmmm. I think the tricky part would be getting the coil covers off. They are tucked up under the blower pretty good I think? The passenger side will be tighter because of the fuse box and stuff.

It should take but a couple hours I wouldn't imagine, but I also have a little bit of concern in the back of my mind the blower is in the way.
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OP post a few pic's & let see the set on the car. Doew it look like you would need to remove any part of the blower to get the stock covers off to replace them. Robert
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OP post a few pic's & let see the set on the car. Doew it look like you would need to remove any part of the blower to get the stock covers off to replace them. Robert

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This is the Kaetech Billet Valve Cover I want to put on the car.

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That shouldnt be bad at all if you can get the bolts out of the top you can get the V/cover out of that for sure man. Robert
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I'd imagine a quick email or phone call to Magnusson would render a very quick answer, since they built the blower.

Looks nice and good luck
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