FiTech Tall Black Valve Covers w/Coil Mounts/Finned Covers (131202)

Description

Elevate the look of your LS-based engine with the FiTech Tall Black Valve Covers w/Coil Mounts/Finned Covers (131202). These meticulously designed valve covers offer a significant visual upgrade, transforming your engine bay with their sleek black finish and classic finned styling. Crafted from high-quality cast aluminum, these covers not only enhance aesthetics but also provide essential protection for your engine’s valve train components.

The thoughtful two-piece design includes integrated coil covers that continue the finned theme, ensuring a cohesive and custom appearance. Available in a striking black paint with machined fins, the FiTech 131202 valve covers add a touch of sophistication to any build.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Enhanced Engine Aesthetics: Instantly upgrades the appearance of your LS engine, providing a polished and custom look.
• Versatile Coil Mounting: Accommodates both Gen 5 LS3 (72mm bolt spacing, angled mount) and Gen 1 LS1 (65mm bolt spacing, straight mount) coil types, offering broad compatibility.
• Ample Clearance: The tall design ensures compatibility with most high-lift valve train setups, providing clearance for components up to 0.700” in lift.
• Complete Installation Kit: Includes essential components such as an o-ringed oil filler cap, high-quality gaskets, and all necessary mounting hardware for both the valve covers and coil covers, simplifying the installation process.
• Durable Construction: Made from robust cast aluminum to ensure longevity and protection of vital engine components.
• Baffled Design: Features internal baffling to help prevent oil from being drawn into the PCV system, contributing to efficient engine operation.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Part Number: 131202
• Product Line: FiTech Plus LS Valve Covers
• Valve Cover Mounting Style: OEM Style retentioned bolts/pattern
• Valve Cover Height: 4.12″ (104.6mm) Overall
• Valve Cover Top Style: Finned Coil Cover
• Valve Cover Material: Cast Aluminum
• Color: Black
• Coating Type: Paint
• Finish: Black, with machined fins
• Baffled: Yes
• Grommets Included: Yes
• Mounting Hardware Included: Yes
• Quantity: Sold as a pair (2 Valve Covers, 2 Coil Covers)
• Compatibility: Designed for LS-based engines, including Gen 1 LS1 and Gen 5 LS3 coil types.

HOW TO USE:

• Preparation: Ensure the engine is cool and the vehicle is safely supported. Gather all necessary tools and the included FiTech 131202 valve cover kit.
• Remove Existing Valve Covers: Carefully remove the existing valve covers from your LS engine, detaching any hoses or wiring that may be connected. Keep track of the original mounting hardware.
• Clean Mating Surfaces: Thoroughly clean the engine’s cylinder head mating surfaces to ensure a proper seal with the new gaskets. Remove any old gasket material or debris.
• Install New Gaskets: Position the provided gaskets onto the cylinder head mating surfaces. Ensure they are correctly aligned.
• Position Valve Covers: Carefully place the FiTech 131202 valve covers onto the gaskets, aligning the bolt holes.
• Install Mounting Hardware: Install the included mounting hardware, tightening the bolts in a crisscross pattern to the manufacturer’s recommended torque specifications.
• Install Coil Covers: If applicable, mount your LS coils onto the provided coil covers using the included hardware. Ensure the coil orientation matches your engine setup (angled for 72mm spacing, straight for 65mm spacing).
• Attach Coil Covers to Valve Covers: Secure the coil covers to the valve covers using the provided hardware.
• Install Oil Filler Cap: Install the included o-ringed oil filler cap onto the designated valve cover.
• Reconnect Components: Reattach any hoses or wiring that were removed during the initial disassembly.
• Final Check: Double-check all connections and ensure the valve covers are securely mounted.

BENEFITS OF USING FITECH TALL BLACK VALVE COVERS W/COIL MOUNTS/FINNED COVERS (131202):

• Significant Aesthetic Improvement: Transforms the engine bay with a stylish black finish and classic finned design, enhancing the overall look of your vehicle.
• Broad LS Engine Compatibility: Designed to fit a wide range of LS-based engines, making them a versatile upgrade option.
• Accommodates Different Coil Types: The integrated coil mounts support both common LS coil spacings, providing flexibility for various engine setups.
• Increased Valve Train Clearance: The tall design allows for the use of aftermarket high-lift valve train components, catering to performance enthusiasts.
• Simplified Installation: Comes with all necessary gaskets and mounting hardware, making the installation process straightforward.
• Enhanced Protection: Provides a durable layer of protection for the engine’s valve train against debris and potential damage.

FEATURES:

• Classic Finned Design: Offers a timeless and appealing aesthetic.
• Integrated Coil Mounts: Provides a clean and organized solution for mounting ignition coils.
• Black Painted Finish: Adds a sleek and modern touch to the engine bay.
• Machined Fins: Creates a striking contrast and highlights the finned detail.
• O-Ringed Oil Filler Cap: Ensures a secure and leak-free seal for the oil fill port.
• High-Quality Gaskets Included: Provides reliable sealing between the valve covers and cylinder heads.
• Durable Cast Aluminum Construction: Offers strength and longevity.
• Designed for OEM Style Mounting: Ensures proper fitment and secure attachment.
• Accommodates Angled and Straight Coil Mounting: Offers flexibility for different coil configurations.
• Tall Profile: Provides extra clearance for aftermarket valve train components.