Valve Cover ? w/1.6 RR and GT-40 Intake

daveGT · 06-17-2001, 07:59 AM

My combo is:

I'm replacing my stock engine in my '88 GT for a crate engine. The new engine has the following combo: GT40X alum. heads, 1.6 RR, GT40 intake, 70 MM TB (mass air)and 24# injectors.

My question is:

Can I use my stock valve covers? If so, do I have to remove the oil baffle? If not, which valve covers will work?

Thanks, everyone.

Rick 91GT · 06-17-2001, 08:41 AM

I believe with the 1.6 rockers you will NOT need to grind on the baffle, the coers will bolt right up to the GT-40X heads with no problems. If you want to get new vlave covers,the new Ford Racing Covers (Tall-they will require the use of a phenolic spacer) look great, my Comp Polymers work great as well and are a cheaper alternative.

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2FastLX · 06-17-2001, 09:44 AM

I have the GT-40 and I am using the stock valve covers with 1.6 roller rockers and I had to remove the baffle and do a bunch of grinding to make them work. I'm not sure if it makes any difference using the X heads as I am still using the stockers, but I don't see why that would make a difference unless the surface the covers sit on is higher than it is on the ET7E heads.

Save yourself the trouble and order a set of Ford Racing covers and a 1" phenolic spacer. It will look a lot nicer and involve a lot less work. Or wait until you get the engine and test fit your stockers to see if they will work.

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jimberg · 06-17-2001, 11:50 AM

TFS valve cover will fit with no problem.

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06-17-2001, 07:59 AM	#1
daveGT Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Sarcoxie, MO, USA Posts: 80	Valve Cover ? w/1.6 RR and GT-40 Intake My combo is: I'm replacing my stock engine in my '88 GT for a crate engine. The new engine has the following combo: GT40X alum. heads, 1.6 RR, GT40 intake, 70 MM TB (mass air)and 24# injectors. My question is: Can I use my stock valve covers? If so, do I have to remove the oil baffle? If not, which valve covers will work? Thanks, everyone.

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06-17-2001, 08:41 AM	#2
Rick 91GT Procharged! Join Date: May 1999 Location: Hanover, PA Posts: 1,539	I believe with the 1.6 rockers you will NOT need to grind on the baffle, the coers will bolt right up to the GT-40X heads with no problems. If you want to get new vlave covers,the new Ford Racing Covers (Tall-they will require the use of a phenolic spacer) look great, my Comp Polymers work great as well and are a cheaper alternative. ------------------ Check Out My Site 91GT,Holley SysteMAX II Kit-Heads 2.02" x 1.60" port matched to a 1262,Anderson N-61,24#,76mm C&L,Full MAC exhaust 1-5/8" Long tubes,2-1/2" O.R H-Pipe,2 1/2" cat back, No A/C or PS or emissions, 12" K&N Filter,RNH PERFORMANCE Ram Air,Ron Davis Radiator,Full Suspension,S&W 8pt "X" brace,JAZ seats,3:73's,Welds..etc,4:30's and 31 splines coming very soon! FIRST TIME OUT 12.16@111 WHEELS-UP

06-17-2001, 09:44 AM	#3
2FastLX The Photoshop Guru Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mecca, Indiana Posts: 1,419	I have the GT-40 and I am using the stock valve covers with 1.6 roller rockers and I had to remove the baffle and do a bunch of grinding to make them work. I'm not sure if it makes any difference using the X heads as I am still using the stockers, but I don't see why that would make a difference unless the surface the covers sit on is higher than it is on the ET7E heads. Save yourself the trouble and order a set of Ford Racing covers and a 1" phenolic spacer. It will look a lot nicer and involve a lot less work. Or wait until you get the engine and test fit your stockers to see if they will work. ------------------ Too much to list. Best ET on the car so far with stock 2.73 gears - 13.73@102mph Indiana Stangers Association Buy your parts here ICQ# 42269241

06-17-2001, 11:50 AM	#4
jimberg Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Rogers, MN Posts: 2,089	TFS valve cover will fit with no problem. ------------------ 351W 89 Mustang GT Convertible