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Powhusku · 01-31-2014, 06:49 PM

Okay I currently have two sets of valve covers and am trying to deiced which to keep and which to send back. Below is a pic of the baffles on each one. I am somewhat clueless as to what makes a good baffle, so can someone with experience please chime in on which baffle would be better or more preferable? Any input is appreciated!

If needed I can take more detailed pics.

grocerygetter · 01-31-2014, 07:38 PM

#2 looks like a Holley...they are working good on mine.

Powhusku · 01-31-2014, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by grocerygetter

#2 looks like a Holley...they are working good on mine.

It's actually a GMPP but now that I look at the Hollys I think they use the same baffle.

SSMickey · 01-31-2014, 10:31 PM

The baffle is there to help keep oil from getting sucked into the intake through the line. Both covers will work for you, however, #1 looks to be a taller cover for more valve train clearance. Do you plan on running an extremely high lift cam? I personally like the look of a taller valve cover.

KEEP RT · 02-01-2014, 10:52 AM

If I kept #1 I'd put lock-tite on all those screws. Wouldn't want 1 to come lose. :-(

SSMickey · 02-01-2014, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by KEEP RT

If I kept #1 I'd put lock-tite on all those screws. Wouldn't want 1 to come lose. :-(

Good point! And RED lock-tite at that.

Powhusku · 02-04-2014, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SSMickey

The baffle is there to help keep oil from getting sucked into the intake through the line. Both covers will work for you, however, #1 looks to be a taller cover for more valve train clearance. Do you plan on running an extremely high lift cam? I personally like the look of a taller valve cover.

I already have an LG G6X3. They do have significantly more clearance.

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Originally Posted by KEEP RT

If I kept #1 I'd put lock-tite on all those screws. Wouldn't want 1 to come lose. :-(

Agreed, I wish I could seal the plate as well with some sort of glue like the GMPP one has.

BUMPING hoping for input on which baffle would work better.

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Powhusku Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Laramie/Cody, WY Posts: 1,743 View My Garage	Valve Cover Baffles Okay I currently have two sets of valve covers and am trying to deiced which to keep and which to send back. Below is a pic of the baffles on each one. I am somewhat clueless as to what makes a good baffle, so can someone with experience please chime in on which baffle would be better or more preferable? Any input is appreciated! If needed I can take more detailed pics. Attached Images __________________

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grocerygetter instigator Drives: 2020 6.2 Trail Boss, 2022 XC90 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: 72034 Posts: 3,979 View My Garage	#2 looks like a Holley...they are working good on mine. __________________ -John S.