Oil Fiiler Extension Tube ??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

too many · 07-27-2002, 11:49 PM

Does anyone know if this extension tube in the valve cover is original to these trucks? It came off of a 72 Blazer I bought for parts. I put it on my 72 4x4. Both trucks had factory AC. It sure makes adding oil a lot easier!

The tube is metal and has a brace that bolts to one of the intake bolts. I think the valve cover is also designed for the tube, as it has no notches in the filler openig for the tabs on a steel cap.

Any ideas? Thanks!!!!

jostrans68 · 07-27-2002, 11:56 PM

I have one on my 68 I got it on ebay and I love ot it even works with My edelbrock alum. covers. Helps keep it clean...

*Phillip Johnson* · 07-28-2002, 01:07 AM

All my 70-72 trucks had them. The 72 4x4 I sold last year had one and I know it was factory as we were the first owners

TERRYP · 07-28-2002, 02:32 AM

Tubes are common on buicks and old's, they twist into the existing valve cover hole and add about 6", not as good as the pictured one, but not bad.

68 Suburban · 07-28-2002, 06:31 AM

too many, find me one of those tubes. I am getting sick of having to get a funel everytime I have to add oil

bobs409 · 07-28-2002, 06:45 AM

Amen to that brother! I never saw one of those before but WANT ONE! Have to keep a watch out at the junk yards.

Longhorn Man · 07-28-2002, 10:37 AM

Interesting, i have never seen this either.

**jerry moss** · 07-28-2002, 10:58 AM

those tubes were stock on trucks with power brakes, i'm not sure which years had them but i've only seen them on 72s. all three of my 4x4s have them. i've sold a few on here and i'll post the next one i find so you guys get first shot at it.

too many · 07-28-2002, 11:18 AM

KOOL! I was hoping it was original to the trucks! Do you know if the factory AC had anything to do with it? Before I found all the original AC brackets, I had the valve cover with the fill hole on the pass. side. That put the hole towards the front--- no problem. After I installed the AC compressor , I had to move that cover to the L side, putting the hole in the back.

If a truck didnt have factory AC , wouldnt the factory just put the cover with the fill hole on ths L. side ,thus having it towards the front?

too many · 07-28-2002, 11:27 AM

In the last sentance, In the last reply , I meant....
Wouldnt the factory just put that valve cover on the RIGHT side, thus havlng the fill hole towards the front?

( if i do that very often, ill have to go to "BRILL" practice! lol)

**Joesjunk** · 07-28-2002, 04:30 PM

I do believe that all trucks with factory a/c had the fill tube. I have some extra ones I will sell if any one wants one, $20.00 plus shipping. Thanks, Joe

email at N2TRUCKS72@aol.com

Super Chevy · 07-28-2002, 05:41 PM

My truck came with power brakes i didnt get one of those

, those would really come in handy being that i change my oil more often then normal. I'm going to have to watch the junkyards around here.

Rod · 07-28-2002, 07:47 PM

I went and looked at a 71 GMC 3/4 longhorn on Friday and it had the oil fill tube and power brakes, no PS. was a 350 V8. Truck wasnt worth the price he was asking....oh well.

jostrans68 · 07-29-2002, 01:25 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1847262160
heres one on ebay

bobs409 · 07-29-2002, 06:19 AM

Maybe the parts vendors will repro this soon. We should make them aware of the demand.

WHYBYNU · 07-29-2002, 12:09 PM

Heres a pic of my old motor with the tube it is a 71 with power brakes. I didn't put it on the new motor, they make it easier to put the oil in with out the mess. Maybe I should rethink it and put it on.

Woody · 07-29-2002, 03:10 PM

My 69 with PS,PB,A/C did not have one. I tried using one off of a newer (mid '80) Small block but it is too short to help much.

I found a plastic spout that you can turn open and close, It helps some but you still have to find some where to store it. I just wrap it in a paper towel and stuff it next to the radiator.

07-27-2002, 11:49 PM	#1
too many Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: nw IL Posts: 211	Oil Fiiler Extension Tube ??? Does anyone know if this extension tube in the valve cover is original to these trucks? It came off of a 72 Blazer I bought for parts. I put it on my 72 4x4. Both trucks had factory AC. It sure makes adding oil a lot easier! The tube is metal and has a brace that bolts to one of the intake bolts. I think the valve cover is also designed for the tube, as it has no notches in the filler openig for the tabs on a steel cap. Any ideas? Thanks!!!! Attached Images

07-27-2002, 11:56 PM	#2
jostrans68 Jostrans68 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Bloomington indiana Posts: 1,182	I have one on my 68 I got it on ebay and I love ot it even works with My edelbrock alum. covers. Helps keep it clean... __________________ [CGTW Member former 67-72 now with a 96 silverado

07-28-2002, 02:32 AM	#4
TERRYP GYRO GEARLOOSE Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Nevada City, CAEverett, WA Posts: 361	Tubes are common on buicks and old's, they twist into the existing valve cover hole and add about 6", not as good as the pictured one, but not bad. __________________ Nevada City, CA Everett, Washington 57 3/4 rat, 235, 3spd 66 C-10 Panel, SWB. 350 from '68, 200R4 tranny, 3.07 rear ratio, restoring 68 C10 LWB 350 4spd, 4.56 rear dump runner 82 Camaro, 305, THM-200-R4 84 Monte Carlo 305 TH350, land tuna 85 Tercel SW, snow runner DISGRACED OUTLAW MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB

07-28-2002, 06:31 AM	#5
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	too many, find me one of those tubes. I am getting sick of having to get a funel everytime I have to add oil __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

07-28-2002, 06:45 AM	#6
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Amen to that brother! I never saw one of those before but WANT ONE! Have to keep a watch out at the junk yards. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

07-28-2002, 01:07 AM	#3
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	All my 70-72 trucks had them. The 72 4x4 I sold last year had one and I know it was factory as we were the first owners

07-28-2002, 10:37 AM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Interesting, i have never seen this either.

07-28-2002, 10:58 AM	#8
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,948	those tubes were stock on trucks with power brakes, i'm not sure which years had them but i've only seen them on 72s. all three of my 4x4s have them. i've sold a few on here and i'll post the next one i find so you guys get first shot at it. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

07-28-2002, 11:18 AM	#9
too many Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: nw IL Posts: 211	now.... another question.... KOOL! I was hoping it was original to the trucks! Do you know if the factory AC had anything to do with it? Before I found all the original AC brackets, I had the valve cover with the fill hole on the pass. side. That put the hole towards the front--- no problem. After I installed the AC compressor , I had to move that cover to the L side, putting the hole in the back. If a truck didnt have factory AC , wouldnt the factory just put the cover with the fill hole on ths L. side ,thus having it towards the front?

07-28-2002, 11:27 AM	#10
too many Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: nw IL Posts: 211	OOOOPPPPPSSSS!! In the last sentance, In the last reply , I meant.... Wouldnt the factory just put that valve cover on the RIGHT side, thus havlng the fill hole towards the front? ( if i do that very often, ill have to go to "BRILL" practice! lol)

07-28-2002, 04:30 PM	#11
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,710	I do believe that all trucks with factory a/c had the fill tube. I have some extra ones I will sell if any one wants one, $20.00 plus shipping. Thanks, Joe email at N2TRUCKS72@aol.com __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

07-28-2002, 05:41 PM	#12
Super Chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,025	My truck came with power brakes i didnt get one of those , those would really come in handy being that i change my oil more often then normal. I'm going to have to watch the junkyards around here.

07-28-2002, 07:47 PM	#13
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	I went and looked at a 71 GMC 3/4 longhorn on Friday and it had the oil fill tube and power brakes, no PS. was a 350 V8. Truck wasnt worth the price he was asking....oh well. __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

07-29-2002, 01:25 AM	#14
jostrans68 Jostrans68 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Bloomington indiana Posts: 1,182	Heres One on EbAy http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=1847262160 heres one on ebay __________________ [CGTW Member former 67-72 now with a 96 silverado

07-29-2002, 06:19 AM	#15
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Maybe the parts vendors will repro this soon. We should make them aware of the demand. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10



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07-29-2002, 12:09 PM	#16
WHYBYNU WHYBYNU when old will do Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 647	Heres a pic of my old motor with the tube it is a 71 with power brakes. I didn't put it on the new motor, they make it easier to put the oil in with out the mess. Maybe I should rethink it and put it on. Attached Images __________________ 71 Cheyenne super 2 tone green and white ZZ6 - Th350 4/6 drop 20x8.5 / 20x10 Billet Specialties

07-29-2002, 03:10 PM	#17
Woody Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Georgetown, KY, USA Posts: 631	My 69 with PS,PB,A/C did not have one. I tried using one off of a newer (mid '80) Small block but it is too short to help much. I found a plastic spout that you can turn open and close, It helps some but you still have to find some where to store it. I just wrap it in a paper towel and stuff it next to the radiator.

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