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Mar 10, 2011 | 09:29 AM

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Yea but don't buy two coils and bolts separately. Just buy a third valve cover. You'll save money and could possibly sell the left over coil and cover for a profit.

Good Point!

Mar 10, 2011 | 09:38 AM

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Yea but don't buy two coils and bolts separately. Just buy a third valve cover. You'll save money and could possibly sell the left over coil and cover for a profit.

That's what I did. Sold the spare cover for $50 on tech AND I have an extra coil!

Mar 10, 2011 | 10:39 AM

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Yea but don't buy two coils and bolts separately. Just buy a third valve cover. You'll save money and could possibly sell the left over coil and cover for a profit.

^^ yup, just buy a third cover.

Mar 25, 2011 | 04:14 PM

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edited pricing post (#99) to include cost of 3 covers

Also, this may be common knowledge, but I have had some questions about it, so I wanted to address it...

Put the cover with the filler neck/filler cap/breather hole on the passenger side, and you can use either the LS9 Filler cap ($7.49) or the LSA filler neck ($20.49)...and you can fill from the front.

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Mar 25, 2011 | 04:19 PM

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Just ordered three covers, wire harnesses, and cap from Beau.
Thanks man!

Mar 25, 2011 | 04:23 PM

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Thanks to you too my friend! I hope to have your invoice and tracking number e-mailed over shortly!

Mar 27, 2011 | 09:57 PM

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Just want to double check, these are either higher or have more space around the rockers and won't need clearancing like the ls1 covers correct?

Mar 27, 2011 | 11:40 PM

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Thanks to you too my friend! I hope to have your invoice and tracking number e-mailed over shortly!

Beau,

I recently noticed that you have John's account, but the name has been changed to yours. Does he no longer work there or does he have another position? I've had a lot of great dealings with him and he's been a huge help in my build so far.

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Mar 28, 2011 | 05:49 AM

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Just want to double check, these are either higher or have more space around the rockers and won't need clearancing like the ls1 covers correct?

I have T&D rockers, and i am guessing i will have to get a spacer made or i'll have to buy one - no big deal. But when i get them i will see if they clear and post here.

Mar 28, 2011 | 08:49 AM

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I just have factory rockers with the bearing modification and a high lift cam. I know I'd have to mill out my ls1's to get them to work. If these won't need modification I'd rather just buy these lol.

Edit: I just clearanced the heck out of my ls1's for now.

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Apr 10, 2011 | 01:31 AM

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For the driver side LS9 coil pack harness, can anyone tell me how long the pigtail is from the main connector to the first coil pack connector? I'm doing a coil relocation on my 2011 Camaro and I need the connector to be at the rear and some extra length to make it work without an extension harness. Thanks!

Apr 10, 2011 | 03:20 PM

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Have any pics or is there a right up somewhere that shows how much and where to clearance them?

Apr 15, 2011 | 12:53 PM

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Have any pics or is there a right up somewhere that shows how much and where to clearance them?

I took a ton of pictures I'll post a thread it was really easy and only took me about two hours.

Apr 16, 2011 | 10:31 PM

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Can someone explain to me the oil fill cap? I have read it is a "non-removable LS9 cap" in other threads? Some state I need an LSA removable cap for a wet sump conversion, but how would I put it on these valve covers if it has a "non-removable cap"? Thanks.

Apr 17, 2011 | 08:20 AM

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These valve covers are used on both the Supercharged LS9 and LSA engines. The LS9 is a dry sump engine so the cap you are referring to is a 'block-off cap'. The LS9 engine oil is added to the remote oil reservoir tank, not the engine itself. The cap locks into place the same as a filler neck because it is not designed to removed or used as an oil filler cap. Here is a picture of the 'block-off' cap:

Here is an illustration of the LS9 engine compartment that shows where the remote oil fill cap is located:

In most cases when using the LS9/LSA valve covers with our wet-sump engines, we use the LSA configuration which uses an LSA oil filler neck and cap located on the passenger side of the vehicle. Here is a picture of my 402ci with the LSA configuration:

I hope this answers your questions.

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Apr 17, 2011 | 09:06 AM

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I wonder which cap SDPC is quoting on their post from earlier? I assume you can remove the LS9 one to add oil though, right?

What are the part numbers for the LS9 setup and then the part numbers for the LSA setup? It looks like the LSA one is probably 3-4 parts if you include orings.

Thanks.

Apr 17, 2011 | 12:50 PM

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No, the LS9 cap 'snap locks' same as a filler tube does.

LSA Filler Tube: Part Number 12609623 (comes with O-ring)
LSA Oil Cap: Part Number 12583570 (comes with O-ring)

Apr 18, 2011 | 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ultradriver10000

Just want to double check, these are either higher or have more space around the rockers and won't need clearancing like the ls1 covers correct?

I got mine because ls1 covers dont clear ls3 rockers, so yes they provide more clearance. Although, may need more for aftermarket setups (as mentioned)

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back when i got mine it came with the "cap" i took it on and off (before it was on the car) and it seemed to come off okay..

i cant say the same for the filler elbow from my ls1 covers.

i guess that explains why it doesnt have any 'oil fill info' on it, but i hope it wont be an issue in the future.

Apr 26, 2011 | 11:49 PM

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Figured I would make a quick update on this since I have had a few PMs regarding the LS9 Covers, and kind of pick up where John left off.

Here is current pricing on the LS9 Valve Cover Conversion:
RH & LH Valve Covers - $132.49 each (They come will 3 coils per side)
Oil Filler Cap & O-Ring - $7.49
2 Coils - $68.75 each ($137.50)
4 Bolts - $3.05 each ($12.20)
RH & LH Coil Harness - $29.49 each ($58.98)

$481.15 + shipping with Coils/Harnesses. (LS1 Conversion)
$272.47 + shipping without Coils/Harnesses.
$463.94 + shipping with 3 Covers, Filler Cap, & Harnesses (LS1 Conversion)
$404.96 + ^ w/o Harnesses

LS1 Coils/Harness will not fit. LS2/3/7/9/Truck will.
Must change to LS9 Oil Fill Cap.

I have these in stock ready to ship!!

Need these valve covers.. have the truck coils already, but need the wiring harness