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Oct 24, 2002 | 06:44 PM

bandit45

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stock valve covers

Has any ever polished their stock valve covers? I did a search and didn't find much. They are steel i guess. I took the paint off and sanded a bit and they seem polishable. Will it work and if so how can i avoid rust?

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Oct 24, 2002 | 08:36 PM

brodyscamaro

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From: CC, TX

Car: 1999 Yamaha Banshee

Engine: 379cc twin cyl 2-stroke stroker

Transmission: 6 spd manual

Axle/Gears: 14/41 tooth

i would just paint them of get chrome ones

Oct 24, 2002 | 08:36 PM

Jim85IROC

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There's no way to prevent bare steel from rusting. You can clear coat it, but it won't stick and even if it did, it would probably turn yellow.

You might be able to powdercoat them clear.

Oct 24, 2002 | 11:20 PM

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I got chrome centerbolt ones from Mr. Gasket. They look a hella lot better.

THe pic sucks but you can see them, id have to reasearch the part numbers.