383 in and running. Now the question?
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383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sat May 10, 2014 6:23 pm
Never had engine with aluminum heads. I put rubber ribbed valve cover gaskets on and they leak like a siv. What do you all use? It looks like it's coming right through the bolt holes.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by JB2wheeler Sat May 10, 2014 7:29 pm
I'll bet you use synthic oil. JB
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Limey SE Sat May 10, 2014 7:36 pm
Ghost Rider wrote:Never had engine with aluminum heads. I put rubber ribbed valve cover gaskets on and they leak like a siv. What do you all use? It looks like it's coming right through the bolt holes.
These are what most of my friends have used on ALum Heads
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FEL-PRO-FELPRO-HEAD-GASKETS-FOR-ALUMINUM-HEADS-Z-1003-2-/331139390523?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d19721c3b&vxp=mtr
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sat May 10, 2014 8:02 pm
JB2wheeler wrote:I'll bet you use synthic oil. JB
No believe it or not they suggested Rotella with Lucas break in treatment.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Limey SE Sat May 10, 2014 8:21 pm
dynchel wrote:He asked about valve covers , not head gaskets.Limey wrote:Ghost Rider wrote:Never had engine with aluminum heads. I put rubber ribbed valve cover gaskets on and they leak like a siv. What do you all use? It looks like it's coming right through the bolt holes.
These are what most of my friends have used on ALum Heads
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FEL-PRO-FELPRO-HEAD-GASKETS-FOR-ALUMINUM-HEADS-Z-1003-2-/331139390523?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d19721c3b&vxp=mtr
OHH snap how did I miss that LOL
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sat May 10, 2014 8:29 pm
If I were leaking from there I would shoot myself!
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by dynchel Sat May 10, 2014 8:58 pm
I wish I could offer advise, but I have iron heads. Â I've never heard of this problem, do you have spreader bars? Â That stopped my old chrome covers from leaking.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by pila Sat May 10, 2014 10:54 pm
What type valve covers ? The cast aluminum type usually solve the leak problems that the stamped steel type sometimes have.
You might be able to slip O rings on/under the heads of the bolts (?)
You might be able to slip O rings on/under the heads of the bolts (?)
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sun May 11, 2014 6:31 am
I do have chrome valve covers with the spreader bars. Only put permatex on top side of gasket to hold. Should I do both?
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by ant7377 Sun May 11, 2014 7:49 am
Ive had better luck using studs rather than bolts to hold the valve covers down. Try using cork gasket too. They seem to seal better. They make thick ones,I think Fel Pro makes them. Might even have them over the counter and Auto Zone or Advanced.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by bracketchev1221 Sun May 11, 2014 8:16 am
I am using summit steel frame reusable rubber gaskets on mine with wing nuts and studs instead of bolts. Â Don't glue them to anything. I have airflow research aluminum heads on mine.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by dynchel Sun May 11, 2014 9:26 am
I've always used studs with wing nuts & spreader bars and never had problem. Â Currently I have thick flange m/t covers that won't accept the spreaders but no leak issues. Â Make sure the bolts have never been over tightened and the flange is straight (I've seen plenty where the cover is peened around the bolts, this will leak every time)
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Dinomyte Sun May 11, 2014 8:36 pm
Cork is your friend, with spreader bars.
Ribbed ? Got a picture?
But take the covers off and look at the holes for peening as Dynchel said, and also make sure the gasket didn't slip off. Â I had that happen once, there was just enough for it to seal at the start but finally worked it's way out from between the head and the valve cover.
good luck.
Ribbed ? Got a picture?
But take the covers off and look at the holes for peening as Dynchel said, and also make sure the gasket didn't slip off. Â I had that happen once, there was just enough for it to seal at the start but finally worked it's way out from between the head and the valve cover.
good luck.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sun May 11, 2014 8:59 pm
Ok put in Edlebrock gaskets. They held for the 20 minute burn in at 2000 rpm. Took it for a short ride. My foot accidentally slipped to the floor(LOL) it started smoking again. Got back to the garage and they were leaking again. Looks like I'll be taking them off one more time.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by jerry46765 Sun May 11, 2014 10:07 pm
Center bolt or perimeter type covers? It's leaking around the bolts? I thought center bolt had a o-ring on each bolt?
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by chevellelaguna Sun May 11, 2014 10:18 pm
I've reused the same cork valve cover gaskets for the past 17 years, even reused them multiple times when Swapping to different valve cover styles. No leaks, no problems.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by pila Mon May 12, 2014 1:58 am
Not sure about your covers, but may folks have leak problems with chromed covers for some reason.
I have a pair, that came on my '74 Malibu when I bought it in 1990. I can't seem to give them away. Different engine since then...
I have a pair, that came on my '74 Malibu when I bought it in 1990. I can't seem to give them away. Different engine since then...
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by bracketchev1221 Mon May 12, 2014 6:44 am
I assume this engine has a PCV valve and a breather on opposite valve covers?
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Mon May 12, 2014 8:12 am
OK biting the bullet. Ordered the aluminum covers with the t handle bolts will install with cork gaskets dry correct?
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Tom77 Sun May 18, 2014 8:27 am
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by dynchel Sun May 18, 2014 8:32 am
Looks nice. 
 And just in time for show season.  H3ll theres one about half a mile away that starts at noon. 
 And just in time for show season.  H3ll theres one about half a mile away that starts at noon.Â
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by chevellelaguna Sun May 18, 2014 6:38 pm
Looks great! Must run awesome. Those edelbrock foam filters are a huge restriction.
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Re: 383 in and running. Now the question?
by Dinomyte Sun May 18, 2014 9:39 pm
Nice motor look sharp . .
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