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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 05:34 AM
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Part Identification Assist Needed


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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 05:40 AM
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Looks like a aftermarket lifter valley cover for 49-64 Oldsmobile. Nice!
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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 06:20 AM
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Looks like a aftermarket lifter valley cover for 49-64 Oldsmobile. Nice!
Except that it isn't for an Oldsmobile. Note that the "S" curve to clear the distributor is reversed from that on an Olds motor. Top is a cover for a first gen Rocket V8. Bottom is the OP's cover.







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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 06:29 AM
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Looks Nailhead to me
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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Minibike Mark
Looks Nailhead to me
Correct.

https://www.obrientruckers.com/valle...-nailhead.html



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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 10:49 AM
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Many thanks to all who responded.
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Old Sep 18, 2025 | 07:05 PM
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OK! Getting old.
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