jpilk99

I'm about to do the valve cover gaskets on my '72 98 with a Rocket 455. I figure if I have the covers off, I might as well clean up and give em a fresh coat of paint. What do folks find is the closest color match or best spray paint to go with? It looks 'standard' Oldsmobile metallic Blue...

Thank you,

Jay

Sugar Bear

Consider NOT painting them unless they really need it. I've never seen valve covers only paint jobs that look good IMO because they don't match in color nor condition to the rest of the engine. If they're really bad that's another story...the patina is only there once.

Good luck!!!

jpilk99

There's no discernable 'hue' left on the block or intake. And I've engine degreased it a healthy amount. The valve covers are maybe a 5 out of 10, with a little rust starting... I'd like to clean/wire brush/scuff em' up and paint em --- as close to original as possible.

deadeyejedi

Fusick automotive in east windsor,conn.will have the correct 455 blue in a spray can.Its at 19.50 for an 11 oz. can .one can will do a set of valve covers .

jpilk99

Thank you