VZ LS1 Engine Covers

[JezzaB]

The others are standard VZ 5.7l V8 anything :lol:

So they are HSV ay! Got the right ones. (He Smells Victory!)
(Actually I did give the spare parts bloke the HSV codes but I assumed everyone else would have as well, but mine were different to the pics posted)

Anyways, cheers Fixel for clearing that up.
Jez

[LX346]

Jezzab whats the p/n on those covers?
Different p/n to the vice versa coloured ones i take it?

[Fixel]

Jezzab whats the p/n on those covers?
Different p/n to the vice versa coloured ones i take it?

As posted earlier in this thread:
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV)
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV)
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV)
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV)

[JezzaB]

As posted earlier in this thread:
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV)
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV)
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV)
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV)

Yeah got the 001 002's as Fixel stated.

[indecisive]

Picked up the HSV style on Saturday.
Ordered them last week over the phone.
No drama's yet but haven't installed them. But I did check to make sure I had both sides ;) .

Do the screws holding the turtle shell down fit these?

[Dickie Knee]

Do the screws holding the turtle shell down fit these?

No

remove old brackets and nuts, new ones clip on.

[MNR-0]

I recently got my covers painted. What do you think of these?

http://users.bigpond.net.au/thompson/images/mnr0_engine_covers_black.jpg

[JLR]

Apparently the left and right mix up has been fixed.

So order away fellas, however, there does seem to be a price rise.

Average price is $27.50 each.

[cashie]

Has anyone ordered these lately?
If so, how much is the current RRP?
Cheers

PS. I don't beleive it just took me about an hour to read this entire thread!! :lol:

[LX346]

I ordered and gota set today, both left handers, will change them for the HSV ones now anyway.

[Dickie Knee]

I ordered and gota set today, both left handers, will change them for the HSV ones now anyway.


What ! still ???

This should have been fixed by now.

[Pv8]

Still having problems, bummer

[Dickie Knee]

Price has gone up

Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST

[the_goldie]

Jeez wish I read this a few months ago... That is a big price jump... Oh well they look great. WIll have to get me a set :)

BTW - this is a bloody long thread! Lots of goo dinfo though. Cheers.

[lucas]

Just got quoted $66 each for the non-HSV ones from a Sydney dealer. Still phoning around.

Three more "no stock" and another dealer at $65.80.

Go Sydney prices!

[Dickie Knee]

Just got quoted $66 each for the non-HSV ones from a Sydney dealer. Still phoning around.

Three more "no stock" and another dealer at $65.80.

Go Sydney prices!

Current RRPs are still $56.65 ea

So you should be able to do better.

[Darkrayne]

Replaced the Turtle shell on my VY SS with the HSV covers.. looks mint!! here's a pic or two :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/Sir/13a420c3.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/Sir/b310f08b.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/Sir/0c7eee74.jpg

[Vulture]

Nice clean engine bay there. I was just about to ask if anyone had any pics of the HSV covers. Maybe would should start an engine bay pic thread in the multimedia section?

[Darkrayne]

thanks!;) Yeah eng bay thread would be good.. though Id dare say there'd already be one..

[Bazza76d]

Hi All,

Not sure if people are still keen on purchasing either the HSV or SS VZ engine covers but I bought a set today from Heartland Holden at Castle Hill. I rang about 12.30pm and were in by 3.30pm! Not bad service. I rang a few different Holden dealerships re price and well they have certainly sky rocketed since the early posts. I paid $68 each, other dealers wanted about $72 each so either I had the bad luck of ringing the wrong dealers OR these are so popular they have increased the price ten fold..... I had a few dramas getting the right (battery side) one on due to the cruise cable but after walking away taking a few deep breaths and trying again it seemed to click in fine. Haven't taken it for a spin to see if it interferes with cruise yet but should hopefully be ok.

Cheers
Baz

[MICK_EZEKIEL]

Called Winter and Taylor in Geelong and was quoted $70.00 each for the HSV ones and $75.00 each for the Holden ones :(

I think i'll just leave it with no covers for the monent... no one really sees under the hood of my car anyways.. :p

[Darkrayne]

I picked up the HSV covers for $120 a set here in W.A... brand new in boxes.. here's a pic.. got them on my VY SS.. looks hell good!

Before:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/Sir/31444066.jpg

After:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/Sir/0c7eee74.jpg

[Cosmo]

McGrath Sutherland (Sydney) wants $66 a piece for the VZ engine covers.

Meanwhile this eBay auction (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/GEN-III-HOLDEN-5-7-ALLOY-V8-LS1-ENGINE-COVERS_W0QQitemZ4607173797QQcategoryZ102358QQrdZ1Q QcmdZViewItem) sold them for $222.50!

[Dickie Knee]

Holden RRP as @ 01/06

5.7Lt LS1
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $63.25 inc GST
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $63.25 inc GST
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST

6.0Lt L76
92068149 Cover engine mamifold sight (RH) L76 RRP $58.85
92068147 Cover engine mamifold sight (LH) L76 RRP $59.40

[cev]

Can I ask, has anyone tried to surgically re-work their original LS1 turtle shell?

I mean has anyone tried to say carefully cut out holes, no bigger than say a tennis ball or maybe even golf ball in the cover so the heat can come out a bit?

What do people think of cutting out 2-3 holes right in the middle, above the holden logo, all measured and spaced out equally. Would it look ugly or is this just plain ridiculous? Is it not enough of an opening for hot air to come out?

[Haze]

Can I ask, has anyone tried to surgically re-work their original LS1 turtle shell?

I mean has anyone tried to say carefully cut out holes, no bigger than say a tennis ball or maybe even golf ball in the cover so the heat can come out a bit?

What do people think of cutting out 2-3 holes right in the middle, above the holden logo, all measured and spaced out equally. Would it look ugly or is this just plain ridiculous? Is it not enough of an opening for hot air to come out?

I had a think about doing this myself. In the end I decided the following:

1. I don't think it would look very good
2. It would be too much stuffing around to try and make it look good.
3. It might let the heat escape, but that is the only thing you would achieve
4. It may not be legal because the VZ and aftermarket ones roll in at the middle (if you know what I mean), but I am not sure you could achieve this with a modded turtle shell.

I ended up buying an aftermarket pair off ebay with "Monaro" embossed into them for $100.00..... :driving: sweet (plus postage). The guy has another set on there at the moment if anyone's interested for the same price (do a search on "Engine Covers" as he does not have Monaro in the title)

Oh yeah, did I mention that I think moding the turtle shell wouldn't look good (that is just my opinion)

[Drewie]

I recall seeing one done with the centre area cut away and a mesh grill inserted in the area - didn't look too bad.

[cev]

I recall seeing one done with the centre area cut away and a mesh grill inserted in the area - didn't look too bad.

Yes! Thats exactly what I wouldnt mind doing. Cutting out possibly in a rectangle shape, in the middle, above the holden logo, and putting a mesh grill.


4. It may not be legal because the VZ and aftermarket ones roll in at the middle (if you know what I mean), but I am not sure you could achieve this with a modded turtle shell.

To be honest im not sure what you mean? I prefer the look of the turtle shell, it keeps it clean and with a silver car, the shell looks good. I remember as soon as I bought the car, I was told stories of people pulling off the cover immediately. I dont mind the VZ covers but I dont like how they dont cover some of the parts and I although ive only seen 2 or 3 aftermarket ones, im not keen on them either.

[Dickie Knee]

Hi all

I have been asked to update the pricing.

Holden RRP as @ 09/06

5.7Lt LS1
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $65.45 inc GST
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP$ 65.45 inc GST
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST

6.0Lt L76
92068149 Cover engine mamifold sight (RH) L76 RRP $ 58.85
92068147 Cover engine mamifold sight (LH) L76 RRP $59.40

6.0Lt L98 VE
92067121 Shield Manifold Sight RRP$ 165.00 inc GST

DK

[Dacious]

Still glad I got mine when they were the bargain price of about $38 for the pair....

Still owe you the beer, DK.

[Chappy]

Hi all

I have been asked to update the pricing.

Holden RRP as @ 09/06

5.7Lt LS1
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP $65.45 inc GST
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV) RRP$ 65.45 inc GST
Silver background for the text:
92176002 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST
92176001 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (HSV) RRP $56.65 inc GST

6.0Lt L76
92068149 Cover engine mamifold sight (RH) L76 RRP $ 58.85
92068147 Cover engine mamifold sight (LH) L76 RRP $59.40

6.0Lt L98 VE
92067121 Shield Manifold Sight RRP$ 165.00 inc GST

DK

where can i see these cover and how do I buy them

cheers

[Dickie Knee]

where can i see these cover and how do I buy them

cheers


See them on page one of this thread.

Buy them from you loal Holden Dealer.

DK

[Gen-erous]

I'm a little off the pace here, lol - at least people are using the search function ;)


If anyones still interested in these, they're retailing for about $60ea.
Cranbourne Holden have just told me they can do them for $33ea inc GST. Prestons were about the same.

Hope this helps.

Forgot to add... Boorans wouldn't even play ball - stuck to retail /gasp!

[sealpup]

G'day dear people,

This is my very first post so be gentle with me....

I'm chasing some aftermarket 2 piece engine covers for my VY SS wagon. I've seen a few online shops selling them for approx $300-$400 a set, but none as low as some of the prices you guys are quoting. Fibreglass or coloured plastic is fine by me, and the style that covers the power steering is my preference.

Can anyone steer me in the direction of a decent supplier ??

[tirone]

The prices quoted are cheap because they are just plastic holden ones

[fastrc]

G'day dear people,

This is my very first post so be gentle with me....

I'm chasing some aftermarket 2 piece engine covers for my VY SS wagon. I've seen a few online shops selling them for approx $300-$400 a set, but none as low as some of the prices you guys are quoting. Fibreglass or coloured plastic is fine by me, and the style that covers the power steering is my preference.

Can anyone steer me in the direction of a decent supplier ??

Holmart in Melbourne has the VZ Engine Cover Pair advertised for $143.00 inc GST.
See half way down the page at: http://holmart.com.au/online/category8_1.htm#730

[Dickie Knee]

Holmart in Melbourne has the VZ Engine Cover Pair advertised for $143.00 inc GST.
See half way down the page at: http://holmart.com.au/online/category8_1.htm#730

Holden's RRP is $130.90 Pr

Shop around.

[VYSSion]

I bought those covers about 8 months ago... and took them off again about 2 months ago. They look heaps better than the turtle shell... but as others have said, it's not a show car - just take them off altogether. :)

[Mad4Monaros]

Hey guys,

Sorry to revive an old thread, but I thought I'd revive this instead of making a new one as I know everyone's answer will be "do a search". lol.

I just bought a pair of LS1 engine covers from eBay and I've had my mate paint them for me. I went to bolt them on but I've noticed that it's not a direct fit. Now going from the pictures in this thread, I'm just missing the brackets and studs that were only on LS1 engines with turtle shell covers?

Because I already have VZ LS1 split covers I don't have the bracket and studs. Is this all I'm going to need?

I know the answer is probably already in this thread, it's just that I don't have the time to read through 20 pages.

Thanks in advanced for your help. Cheers!

[BLACK 346]

Hey guys,

Sorry to revive an old thread, but I thought I'd revive this instead of making a new one as I know everyone's answer will be "do a search". lol.

I just bought a pair of LS1 engine covers from eBay and I've had my mate paint them for me. I went to bolt them on but I've noticed that it's not a direct fit. Now going from the pictures in this thread, I'm just missing the brackets and studs that were only on LS1 engines with turtle shell covers?

Because I already have VZ LS1 split covers I don't have the bracket and studs. Is this all I'm going to need?

I know the answer is probably already in this thread, it's just that I don't have the time to read through 20 pages.

Thanks in advanced for your help. Cheers!

If they are the aftermarket covers rather than the clip on one, yes you
will need the brackets/spacers and nuts. I have the brackets in the shed and
pretty sure I have the rest of it in my toolbox, PM me your name and
address and I will mail them to you, I do not need them anymore :)

[Mad4Monaros]

If they are the aftermarket covers rather than the clip on one, yes you
will need the brackets/spacers and nuts. I have the brackets in the shed and
pretty sure I have the rest of it in my toolbox, PM me your name and
address and I will mail them to you, I do not need them anymore :)


Thanks alot mate, I just got off the phone to my girlfriends dad and he has a set for me. I appricate your offer though! Well I'm glad it's only the brackets I needed. I started to panic for awhile when I took my original covers off and the aftermarket ones didn't bolt straight up! lol.

[BLACK 346]

Thanks alot mate, I just got off the phone to my girlfriends dad and he has a set for me. I appricate your offer though! Well I'm glad it's only the brackets I needed. I started to panic for awhile when I took my original covers off and the aftermarket ones didn't bolt straight up! lol.

No worries, glad it all worked out ok :)

[Mad4Monaros]

Ok, I got my brackets today and I still havn't been able to get the covers to fit.

Is there only one type of bracket? As the covers don't seem to clear the motor on the side of the throttle body. These are the LS1 engine covers from eBay. (Import world). They do say that they fit VZ models but it doesn't look like its a good fit.

Any help would be greatly appricated, I can take photo's of both engine covers and brackets if need be.

[Mad4Monaros]

Ok, I got my brackets today and I still havn't been able to get the covers to fit.

Is there only one type of bracket? As the covers don't seem to clear the motor on the side of the throttle body. These are the LS1 engine covers from eBay. (Import world). They do say that they fit VZ models but it doesn't look like its a good fit.

Any help would be greatly appricated, I can take photo's of both engine covers and brackets if need be.

Bump!

Anyone?

[bonners]

Sorry guys, just can't get the right answer on this.

I think I have seen a pair of VZ 6.0L dual covers fitted to a VE SS. Can someone confirm this? Can I then go back and use the numbers quoted earlier in this thread?

Cheers

[VX-300]

Yes there's this pic on here somewhere of that.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/L76/VEtwincovers.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/L76/TrimRHCoverVE.jpg
92068147
92068149


You might need 4x these
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/L76/valvocoverpin3.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/L76/1010142.jpg

[MRLXSS]

I know its a bit wanky, but could the 6L covers fit on the LS1? Going by the pics they look identical to the ones i fitted to my car. Some people might like the Wolf in sheeps clothing feel... lol

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c257/253ToranaSS/Picture018-1.jpg

[VX-300]

Think the LS1 has a smaller diameter fuel rail, so the 6.0 covers wouldn't clip on too well.

[255-LS1]

why would you bother fitting 6L engine covers to a 5.7L, may aswell fit 6L badges while your at it eh......

[MRLXSS]

why would you bother fitting 6L engine covers to a 5.7L, may aswell fit 6L badges while your at it eh......

I remember seeing a set of 6L covers that didnt have 6 Litre written on them, but they looked nice and tough under the bonnet and looked ultra modern (look up the covers that you can get for LS2's in the states...)

So Camo, that is why you would bother...

[Nidz]

Those covers are cheap arse.. I put one on and one of the plastic holding bars snapped off. I just run no covers.

[255-LS1]

apoligies LX, i wasn't aware that you could get 6L covers with no 6 litre on them, do they even look diff to the 5.7 ones

[MRLXSS]

Here are a couple i found that came off Corvettes! Yummy!

http://www.dippingsolutions.com/images/automotive/vette-eng-2.jpg

http://www.corvetteblog.com/AATEngineCoverRed.jpg

Just Google Corvette Covers... Man there are some tough looking ones!

[RABSP]

Here are the ones i painted for my new Sportwagon.

they still need a final wash, but you get the idea!


http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/ff327/rabsp/P1010748.jpg

[bonners]

Here are a couple i found that came off Corvettes! Yummy!

http://www.dippingsolutions.com/images/automotive/vette-eng-2.jpg

http://www.corvetteblog.com/AATEngineCoverRed.jpg

Just Google Corvette Covers... Man there are some tough looking ones!

I like the corvette ones but they won't fit an L98 will they?

[RABSP]

I like the corvette ones but they won't fit an L98 will they?

There is another thread, where there are corvette covers on what looks like a VY SS Ute. So it can be done.

http://www.ls1.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=102170&page=2

[Baker]

Sorry to bump up an old thread - I just called spare parts around here (Newcastle) and got prices of ~$84 each for the split cover. Any ideas why they have gone up??

[VX-300]

Sorry to bump up an old thread - I just called spare parts around here (Newcastle) and got prices of ~$84 each for the split cover. Any ideas why they have gone up??

Holden have had 3 parts price rises since Nov 08.
Also Nylex who made a lot of plastic products for Holden went bust.
New suppliers to Holden may well have higher prices.

[Baker]

Cool thanks, just wanted to make sure the dealer wasn't taking me for a ride.

[JET-33]

people really used to get these ones for around $10-15 each????

5.7Lt LS1
Black background for the text:
92067294 Cover engine manifold sight (RH) LS1 (NON-HSV)
92067293 Cover engine manifold sight (LH) LS1 (NON-HSV)

:shock::shock::shock::shock::shock::shock::shock:: shock::shock::shock::shock::shock::shock:

i just called holden spare parts in my neck of the woods and was told $110 a piece


anyone got some lying around they want to get rid of?

[Moderators]

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