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Old Mar 12, 2020 | 02:07 PM
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Has anyone installed the red engine cover yet for the C8? Just wondering what it involves. Thanks.
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Remove six bolts, pull cover. Replace with new red cover. Reinstall six bolts.
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Originally Posted by BIG Dave
Remove six bolts, pull cover. Replace with new red cover. Reinstall six bolts.

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Originally Posted by BIG Dave
Remove six bolts, pull cover. Replace with new red cover. Reinstall six bolts.
You have to disconnect a few line holders and transfer the clips to the new cover. Usually they press into holes so you'll want to be gentle popping them out so they go back in the new cover.
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Originally Posted by Tool Hoarder
You have to disconnect a few line holders and transfer the clips to the new cover. Usually they press into holes so you'll want to be gentle popping them out so they go back in the new cover.
Sounds a little more involved then just removing a few bolts.
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Originally Posted by robertbruce
Sounds a little more involved then just removing a few bolts.
Not really...
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