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Jan 12, 2008 | 11:34 AM

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Does it work with a yellow top?

Yes, see first threat.

Jan 12, 2008 | 11:59 AM

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wouldn't those rubber grommets get cut some day with the edges of the cover and hit the posts, shorting out the battery?

Jan 12, 2008 | 01:25 PM

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wouldn't those rubber grommets get cut some day with the edges of the cover and hit the posts, shorting out the battery?

No. It's a tight fit so it won't bounce around.

Jan 12, 2008 | 06:56 PM

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well all i need now it for my original ac delco battery to die.....damn its 10 years old!!!

then ill get this for sure!!!

Jan 12, 2008 | 07:48 PM

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So what makes this battery cover worth $25 more than the normal battery cover? A couple grommets?

Jan 12, 2008 | 07:57 PM

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So what makes this battery cover worth $25 more than the normal battery cover? A couple grommets?

Maybe that fact it is stainless, time spent in design, labor, etc...comes to mind...dont you think?

Jan 12, 2008 | 07:59 PM

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no no i think SS already makes normal ones for non optima's these that are debuted now are the exact same but with holes on top am i correct in your thinking brian2006?

Jan 12, 2008 | 08:04 PM

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no no i think SS already makes normal ones for non optima's these that are debuted now are the exact same but with holes on top am i correct in your thinking brian2006?

This is what I meant. I have no use for one seeing as I don't own an optima battery I was just curious what was so special about these compared to his other ones that appear to be similar but with two holes and grommets.

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Jan 12, 2008 | 08:10 PM

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It's only 1/8" longer than our LS1 battery cover... It will be close but shouldn't be a problem

I bet it will be a problem....it would on mine.

looked at pic..my a/c line is not tucked in quite that far........NICE PIECE..I will look again..

Jan 12, 2008 | 08:15 PM

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Quote:

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So what makes this battery cover worth $25 more than the normal battery cover? A couple grommets?

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Maybe that fact it is stainless, time spent in design, labor, etc...comes to mind...dont you think?

Plus the machinery it takes to punch the two holes, deeper sides, etc... You always seem to talk **** about our stuff Brian

Jan 12, 2008 | 08:28 PM

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BTW...I have a lot of SS pieces in my engine. Excellent fit and quality. I may have to get one of those covers too!

Jan 12, 2008 | 09:57 PM

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i dont see him talking ****, i just think he is giving his 2 cents, like we all can.

cant take constructive criticism? he is asking a question, not just playing out bashing you.

i think its way overpriced..Imo.

Jan 12, 2008 | 10:51 PM

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Saying two grommets makes it cost $25 is not constructive, its been cynical. Maybe it didn't came out as intended but i understand toofazt reaction.

The thread is meant ot let a product be known to the community, if you think is overpriced would be better to stay out of the thread, IMO. Thats just a good excuse to stir things up unnecessarily.

Jan 13, 2008 | 01:38 AM

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Sorry if I took it the wrong way but I'm pretty sure he was being cynical like chaman said. Anyways, lets try to get back on topic of the new cover and if you have any questions, let me know

Thank you!

Jan 13, 2008 | 01:45 AM

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BTW...I have a lot of SS pieces in my engine. Excellent fit and quality. I may have to get one of those covers too!

Thanks chaman! I remember your order because it was to Puerto Rico

Jan 13, 2008 | 11:08 AM

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Looks awesome, how do you keep it clean? I have a some stainles stuff, I can get it shiny but it scratches so easily.

Jan 13, 2008 | 01:00 PM

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Looks awesome, how do you keep it clean? I have a some stainles stuff, I can get it shiny but it scratches so easily.

For the mirror polished stainless, only use clean microfiber and quality metal polish like Mothers Billet Polish. For the brushed stainless it doesn't really matter how you clean it

Jan 13, 2008 | 04:22 PM

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Thanks, I notice your area code is 909, I used to live In Daimond Bar when I was a kid, same area code. But any case it looks god, nice to see y'all filling the void, MBA used to make a lot parts for these cars but I beleive they went under. MBA had a LT4 Valve cover trim set, some thing you may want to look in to producing.

neil