HI all

I am interested in replaceing my stock steel timing cover with a 2 piece one . Has any one used one with great success? I have found some "Nice " ones from both Comp and Summit, any ideas? good , bad ....all replies welcome, Thanks GTA ....Also i did search but i really found Not a lot of info, related to the 2 piece cover it's self. Thanks again.....

 

Well, the main benefit of a two piece timing chain cover is so that you don't have to pull the oil pan down to go a timing chain swap, or to advance/retard you cam timing.

 

We have played with a bunch of the 2 pc covers. Most are junk. The only 1 worth a damn is the comp cams 2 pc cover. I think I paid about $225 but worth every penny.

 

OK Great

This is what i wanted to know...I too was looking at the Comp one
i also noted it was the highest priced one that i have found, How was the install? any leaks? Quality? I do not mind paying good $$ for a product , as long as it is worth the money. Any pics would be Great also do you happen to recall the Comp part #? The only one on Comps site is for a 3 piece 5 Hundred and change cover ...real nice But not for me Thanks, GTA...........

 

I am the fussiest guy alive regarding quality. There was only 1 problem with the 2 pc comp cover. The cover deflects slightly when used with a roller cam with button.I solved this problem by milling down slightly the top 2 bolt heads on the rear of the water pump. They work as stops against the cover to now minimize deflection which results in end play. Long story short= I am **** when assembling a motor. This cover is 99% perfect and worth every penny in my opinion!

 

Also, I do not have pics. Other than forums and **** I am usless with a computer. I do not have the part number handy but can get it. Box is packed up in garage. No leaks whatsoever. cnc machined and fits perfect!

 

Floor thanks again...

A part # would be great.....Though I too am running a Rollor cam
I hope that i too do not have this problem....GTA........ps I almost forgot does the Comp cover come with the pointer attached?? I hope so for the money it should...!!

 

I will work on a part number and the flexing is an easy fix .

 

Thanks Floor-Guy..

 

I agree that it should come with a pointer. It does not!

 

what did you do for a pointer ??? Get one from Comp or what??

 

I have a balancer with the timing marks engraved. I bought a 2 dollar chrome scale, put motor at tdc on #1 and cut a point with a pair of tin snips to resemble a giant arrow. Sounds chezzy but looks ok.

 

Really does, the Summit one suck? I will be using a flat-tappet cam as am just wondering. For your post i understand the Comp is awesome for roller cams, correct?

 

Oh i see....well maybe i can get one from them as well, I'm really not much into Fabing things such as this....But when you get the Part # let me know , Either here or drop me a PM , later GTA.....

 

ME Leigh: You can use the two piece with any cam as far as I know, but I think that on some cams you have to use that thrust plate/roller button to keep the roller cam from walking forward in the cam bore. Usually only happens under load though. If you aren't running a timing set that has straight up/retarded/advanced crank gear settings, and you won't be changing it or don't plan on replacing the timing chain then I wouldn't waste the money. I'm not saying it is a waste of money, but you could get away with a 1 piece unit. Or you could do something really trick and ditch the timing chain set altogether and run a gear drive. Sounds like a supercharger making boost. Only bad thing is that usually won't work with a computer controlled car with a knock sensor cause the knock sensor picks up the noise and retards the timing Or the ultimate in adjustability, BELT DRIVE!!

 

ive been lookin for a good one for my 468 bbc and saw in summit the other day the 2 or 3 piece Comp Cams timming cover. looks like a super nice piece and for $219 ill be gettin the 2 piece.

 

The comp cams 2 pc cover is part number 210. If the budget allows I would recommend it. The main reason I bought it was to allow cam timing tweaks after it was already installed in the car. Not dropping the oil pan is a plus and imho the extra money spent justifies itself if you pull the pan down(while in the car) 1 time. Looks cool as well!