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Old September 7th, 2019, 05:13 PM
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Help identify these valve covers
I think they’re for 49-56 303-324? They need a polish but are in great condition. Thanks!

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Old September 7th, 2019, 05:18 PM
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1957-58 also used a similar "2 bolt" valve cover. I am not sure if they fit anything other than 1957-58.
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Old September 7th, 2019, 09:06 PM
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Are you sure they are Olds? Could be Y block Ford.
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1949-56 Oldsmobile, and if the four pads are drilled, Studebaker V-8.
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Old September 8th, 2019, 08:11 AM
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I compared them to the 57 J2 covers and everything lines up except the height.

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Old September 8th, 2019, 08:23 AM
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It could be a casting that can be used for several several different engines. The original 1957-58 valve covers worked with hydraulic lifters. "Old style" adjustable rocker arms used with solid lifter cams of the era needed the W-1 "dimpled" valve covers cleared the adjuster screws.
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