stanglx2002

Im looking into getting some new valve covers for my car but i need ones that will cover 1.7 RR. I was looking at these covers:



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I really like the second set of valve covers but wasnt sure if they will fit under the intake with a spacer. So has anyone used the second set of valve covers before on a EFI engine. I like to be different and not use the same parts as everyone else so thats why i want those covers also here is a pic of my engine that they will be going on also the intake will be polished to match the covers

88BlueGT

I would def get the second set. They also make a different set where the Ford Racing is outlined in red. That would look really good on your motor. Get the 2nd. I also have a thing for the Edelbrock Signature Series. They are really nice also.

stanglx2002

i saw a set of those at Mustangs Unlimited and like them too but i really like the 2nd set better i just need to know if they will fit under the TB

88BlueGT

Yea, I do like the 2nd ones better than the signature series. Anyway, Im not sure about the clearance issues but if noone has any experience with these I would just give them (whoever you are buying off of) a call and ask them.

schwindty

I got some Chrome Moroso ones, and had to dent the crap outa them to get them to fit.... I am going with a set of Ford Racing covers when the engine is back in though, let us know how they fit!

stanglx2002

did you use a spacer? If not that would be your problem im going to get an 1 in spacer for my car when i get the hood on the car

88BlueGT

What kind of hood are u gonna do?

RacerX

o.k. I tried to use the Black w/red tall ford racing valve covers on my 86GT 5.0 efi. I have the Trac Heat intake w/1" spacer,and still had clearance issues with the throttle linkage. Since they don't make a bigger spacer,had to use the efi black ford racing you got pictured here. Someone had told me that I could of modified the linkage,but I didn't feel confedent enough to do myself. I do believe 1.7 will clear on the upper covers pictured here.But since i have not fired up my motor yet,I cannot be sure. My train of thought ,was that the polished pieces,always require some sort of maintence to look good. Anyway hope this helps. Good Luck!!

stanglx2002

Im picking up a Stromin Normin Hood with a ram air kit and it also has hood pins from my uncle for christmas also im getting a new rearend with 3.55 too. I have the stalker front end in the garage too. all i need is the saleen wing and a paint job and the body will be done

RacerX

also good idea to use the Moroso reuseable rubber BLUE gaskets w/metal rings in bolt holes.