The two valve covers we have didn't look very good. The one that came with the head was in the worst condition cosmetically.


So, I decided to sand and polish it. I used 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1500, and 2000 grit sandpaper that comes in little strips in the packets at the auto parts stores, and soapy water. It took about 10 hours. Then I polished it with Blue Magic Metal Polish Cream. I let the polish set on the surface for a couple hours to clean off the oxidation from the pits and depressions. It's not perfect, but it does look better than new. This is not a job for the lazy!


Here is the polished valve cover installed with a nice oil filler cap.


I installed the air cleaner, support bracket, and pipe.

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1967 W110 Universal Wagon, Euro, Turbo Diesel, Tail Fins, 4 Speed Manual Column Shift, A/C
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