Chevy Valve Covers

Does a car exhibiting frequent oil leaks sound exciting and stylish to you? Of course not! The same is true with vans, trucks and sport/utility vehicles having the same kind of problem. No matter how elegant a vehicle is, even if it is completely customized with a body kit and various other body accessories, it will be looked down upon if it leaves a large spot of oil spill on the space from where it was parked. Oil leaks would always give the impression of rotten components under the hood of one's vehicle.

So where are all these oil spills coming from and what causes them to happen? Oil leaks may emanate from a lot of vehicle components although the usual culprits for these spills are the valve cover and the valve cover gasket. The valve cover is the long lid that bolts onto a vehicle's cylinder head and covers the various valve train components. Traditionally made from metal, many modern vehicles are now using plastic or composite materials for valve covers, saving them from corrosions that would usually cause the leaks. The valve cover gasket, on the other hand, is the sealant that keeps the valve cover tight. Valve cover gaskets are usually cork gaskets, rubber gaskets or a combination of both materials.

As we have mentioned in this article, valve covers were traditionally made only from metals. This makes valve covers prone to corrosion, the usual cause of leaks on its surface. But even the plastic and composite valve covers are also prone to damages like warping or deformation due to the heat in the engine compartment. And even if there is no damage on the actual valve cover, oil may still spill out of an old valve cover gasket, especially if it is made of cork that becomes brittle and breaks as it grows older.

To avoid those nasty oil spills and leaks, it is important that you give the valve cover and its gaskets a regular check. Small leaks on the valve cover may be repaired with the help of a mechanic, although heavy leaks or rusty valve covers would call for a replacement. If the valve cover gasket is the cause of the leaks, tightening the cover bolts would usually solve the problem, although it is generally recommended that you also replace the valve cover gaskets if it is already old.

So, is oil dripping fast on the underside of your Chevy? Then you better get a replacement Chevrolet valve cover right away. Here at Parts Train, we have a wide selection of replacement Chevy valve covers for all Chevrolet vehicle models and years. And should you want to have a better looking engine compartment, you can also take a look at our custom Chevrolet valve covers.

Featured Products

Elite Valve Cover - Polished

EDELBROCK ELITE SERIES VALVE COVERS, POLISHED, PAIR -- 3 in. overall height, low profile; This heavy-gauge, die-cast aluminum valve cover features raised fins which are accented by a black matte background, then detailed with Allen hex heads that create a two-piece look from a one-piece construction; Clears all air-conditioning, alternator brackets and aluminum rockers; With Edelbrock's limited 1-year warranty.

Brand: Edelbrock
Finish: Polished
Series: Elite

Elite Valve Cover - Polished

EDELBROCK ELITE SERIES VALVE COVERS, POLISHED, PAIR -- 4-5/8 in. overall height, tall profile, 2 in. taller than stock; This heavy-gauge, die-cast aluminum valve cover features raised fins which are accented by a black matte background, then detailed with Allen hex heads that create a two-piece look from a one-piece construction; Clears most roller rockers and valve train components; With Edelbrock's limited 1-year warranty.

Brand: Edelbrock
Finish: Polished
Series: Elite

Valve Cover

EDELBROCK CLASSIC SERIES VALVE COVERS, POLISHED, PAIR -- 3-1/2 in. overall height; Includes rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valves; Made from heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum; Engineered for function and styled for good looks; Can be machined to accept breathers if desired; Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles; With Edelbrock's limited 1-year warranty.

Brand: Edelbrock

Elite Valve Cover - Endurashine

EDELBROCK ELITE SERIES VALVE COVERS, ENDURASHINE FINISH, PAIR -- 4-5/8 in. overall height, tall profile, 2 in. taller than stock; This heavy-gauge, die-cast aluminum valve cover features raised fins which are accented by a black matte background, then detailed with Allen hex heads that create a two-piece look from a one-piece construction; Clears most roller rockers and valve train components; With Edelbrock's limited 1-year warranty.

Brand: Edelbrock
Finish: Endurashine
Series: Elite

Signature Valve Cover

EDELBROCK SIGNATURE SERIES VALVE COVERS, CHROME, PAIR -- 2.8 in. overall height, low profile; Includes rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valves; Made from high quality stamped steel; Engineered for function and styled for good looks, this triple chrome-plated valve cover has stock-style breather baffles that prevent oil passage to the PCV valve, it also accepts all emissions equipment including PCV valve; Clears A/C and alternator brackets; With Edelbrock's limited 1-year warranty.

Brand: Edelbrock
Series: Signature