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**DPowers** · 03-26-2010, 03:26 PM

Haven't decided what I am going to do with them just yet. I have cleaned them up since the pics. One is in great shape and the other has some dings in it. Guy said he had them in his garage for 15 years.

protrash64 · 03-26-2010, 04:51 PM

Nice!! I just fixed dents in my BBC valve covers using my el cheepo body hammer set and some dolly's. They turned out nicely; you can probably do the same to those covers.

duallyjams · 03-26-2010, 07:06 PM

Send them to me and I can fix the dents and put them on my v6 just to make sure they square with no leaks.

**DPowers** · 03-26-2010, 09:43 PM

If I decide to part with them- you will be first on the list- fair enough?

60apache · 03-26-2010, 10:10 PM

I have seen those somewhere else on this forum. are there more than one set out there? where did they originate from I wonder

GMCMG · 03-26-2010, 10:16 PM

+1 Dually jams, except with one modification: before you ship them to me, bolt a V6 up under them!

60apache; my understanding (someone correct me if I'm wrong), was that there was a warranty issue - rockers or similar, and they made the plaid valve covers to reinstall so they would know what engines had been worked on and what had not.

GMCMG · 03-26-2010, 10:19 PM

Here is some light on the subject: http://www.6066gmcguy.org/GMCplaid.htm

factorystock · 03-27-2010, 12:32 AM

I agree with Bob Bray, this was a limited time promotional gimic for the new "E" series V6. They tried to link "E" with economy with thirftyness.

markeb01 · 03-27-2010, 12:41 AM

If nothing else they would make cool garage art hanging on the wall. One of those interesting conversation starters where you can just make up a different story each time to explain why they look that way!

duallyjams · 03-27-2010, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPowers

If I decide to part with them- you will be first on the list- fair enough?

Thanks, if you decide to sell.

factorystock · 03-27-2010, 10:58 AM

Do you really think GMC is going to go thru all that expense just to indentify an engine on warranty work? Something that can easily be done with a cheap tag or stamping the protecto plate.

GMCMG · 03-27-2010, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by factorystock

Do you really think GMC is going to go thru all that expense just to indentify an engine on warranty work? Something that can easily be done with a cheap tag or stamping the protecto plate.

Yeah; seemed goofy to me, but I've seen stranger things done. The promotional thing makes more sense to me. Either way, sweet find. Has anyone ever seen a plaid oil pan - it would make for a complete set?

jbgroby · 03-27-2010, 11:49 PM

I got a set too. They will clean up real easy by simply using standard engine degreaser and a shop rag and or soft rag. The looks I got when I brough the truck out for a few cruise nights. MANY folks stopped by to seem them and we talk all night.

creep · 03-28-2010, 11:15 AM

I have 2 sets. One came on my truck and 1 I bought off ebay. From what I've read they were only put on 63s and not all 63s got them.

03-26-2010, 03:26 PM	#1
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,454	Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 Haven't decided what I am going to do with them just yet. I have cleaned them up since the pics. One is in great shape and the other has some dings in it. Guy said he had them in his garage for 15 years. Attached Images __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

03-26-2010, 04:51 PM	#2
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 Nice!! I just fixed dents in my BBC valve covers using my el cheepo body hammer set and some dolly's. They turned out nicely; you can probably do the same to those covers. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

03-26-2010, 07:06 PM	#3
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 Send them to me and I can fix the dents and put them on my v6 just to make sure they square with no leaks. __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

03-26-2010, 09:43 PM	#4
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,454	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 If I decide to part with them- you will be first on the list- fair enough? __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

03-26-2010, 10:10 PM	#5
60apache Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: brandon, ms Posts: 385	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 I have seen those somewhere else on this forum. are there more than one set out there? where did they originate from I wonder

03-26-2010, 10:16 PM	#6
GMCMG Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Center, MO Posts: 121	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 +1 Dually jams, except with one modification: before you ship them to me, bolt a V6 up under them! 60apache; my understanding (someone correct me if I'm wrong), was that there was a warranty issue - rockers or similar, and they made the plaid valve covers to reinstall so they would know what engines had been worked on and what had not. __________________ GMCMG 1964 GMC 1/2 ton LWB project - 1982 GMC 6.2 diesel engine/suspension donor - 1966 Chevy 3/4 ton frame/doors/fenders donor - tons of parts - cause you can't build a truck without 4 of everything! 2001 3/4HD Duramax Diesel extended cab lwb4x4 1984 Chevy C30 6.2 diesel lift truck (project) 1962 GMC w/5 lugs, 350/350 auto (was for parts, but couldn't bring myself to do it!) glascock.m@hotmail.com

03-26-2010, 10:19 PM	#7
GMCMG Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Center, MO Posts: 121	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 Here is some light on the subject: http://www.6066gmcguy.org/GMCplaid.htm __________________ GMCMG 1964 GMC 1/2 ton LWB project - 1982 GMC 6.2 diesel engine/suspension donor - 1966 Chevy 3/4 ton frame/doors/fenders donor - tons of parts - cause you can't build a truck without 4 of everything! 2001 3/4HD Duramax Diesel extended cab lwb4x4 1984 Chevy C30 6.2 diesel lift truck (project) 1962 GMC w/5 lugs, 350/350 auto (was for parts, but couldn't bring myself to do it!) glascock.m@hotmail.com

03-27-2010, 12:32 AM	#8
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,396	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 I agree with Bob Bray, this was a limited time promotional gimic for the new "E" series V6. They tried to link "E" with economy with thirftyness.

03-27-2010, 12:41 AM	#9
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 If nothing else they would make cool garage art hanging on the wall. One of those interesting conversation starters where you can just make up a different story each time to explain why they look that way!

03-27-2010, 10:58 AM	#11
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,396	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 Do you really think GMC is going to go thru all that expense just to indentify an engine on warranty work? Something that can easily be done with a cheap tag or stamping the protecto plate.

03-27-2010, 11:49 PM	#13
jbgroby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lacombe, LA Posts: 2,772	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 I got a set too. They will clean up real easy by simply using standard engine degreaser and a shop rag and or soft rag. The looks I got when I brough the truck out for a few cruise nights. MANY folks stopped by to seem them and we talk all night. __________________ http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/jb...23904108567829 Last edited by jbgroby; 03-28-2010 at 09:20 AM.

03-28-2010, 11:15 AM	#14
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: Look what I picked up- hint- 305 V6 I have 2 sets. One came on my truck and 1 I bought off ebay. From what I've read they were only put on 63s and not all 63s got them. __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.



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