Valley covers

[flyinlow]

I am considering using an aftermarket valley cover. Choice one would be the Hughes Engines two piece stainless cover. Appears to be totally removable with the heads installed. My only concern is the sealing on the seam. 

Choice two is the Indy two piece cast cover. The center is removable for lifter access and it appears to have a nice seal.  My concern would be to remove the outer ring you must remove the heads.

Both would require cutting the bottom of the heat crossover off my Performer RPM intake.(less weight  The Hughes is about $100 less. I would be able to use real intake gaskets afterwards.

Any thoughts?

[b5blue]

Long term expansion and retraction could be problematic. I think that's why Ma Mopar did the PIA sandwich deal. 

[c00nhunterjoe]

I assume you have indy heads if you are looking at their valley plate. And if so, it can be removed with both heads on. I just did it on mine this winter when i did the 6 pack setup.

[flyinlow]

Long term expansion and retraction could be problematic. I think that's why Ma Mopar did the PIA sandwich deal. 

Long term expansion and retraction could be problematic. I think that's why Ma Mopar did the PIA sandwich deal. 

Hughes says to use Ultra grey sealant. Others may not hold up.

[flyinlow]

I assume you have indy heads if you are looking at their valley plate. And if so, it can be removed with both heads on. I just did it on mine this winter when i did the 6 pack setup.

440 with Edelbrock RPM heads and intake

[Eldovert]

Don't forget AR Engineering has valley covers..

http://arengineering.com/home-page/valley-plates/

Cheers,Pat