1957-1981 Pontiac Finned Aluminum Valve Covers, 2 3/4" Ht., 1.25" Hole, Polished
1957-1981 Pontiac Finned Aluminum Valve Covers, 2 3/4" Ht., 1.25" Hole, Polished
SKU: SKU: 53VC8531P
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Product Details
Features
- Finned aluminum covers add classic styling to Pontiac V8 valve covers
- Baffled design helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by
- Fits Pontiac V8 301-455 CID, 1957-1981
- Sold as a pair — gasket, grommets & hardware not included
Description
These finned aluminum valve covers are built for Pontiac V8 engines from 301 to 455 CID, spanning 1957-1981 applications. The baffled design helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by, while the finned top and polished finish give the valvetrain area a classic, finished look.
At 2-3/4" external height, verify clearance with your rocker arm setup, especially if you're running aftermarket roller rockers or taller valvetrain components. The 1.25" breather/grommet hole should match your breather cap or PCV valve neck size. These covers are sold as a pair, with gasket, grommets, and mounting hardware not included — plan to source those separately.
If you're fitting these to a 301 or another small-journal/economy Pontiac variant, verify your block's main journal size and deck height before ordering, since this cover is built for the 326-455 CID engine family specifically.
Applications
Fits Pontiac V8 engines: 4.9L/301, 5.3L/326, 5.7L/350, 6.4L/389, 6.6L/400, 6.9L/421, 7.0L/428, and 7.5L/455 CID, 1957-1981. Common applications include GTO, Firebird/Trans Am, Catalina, Bonneville, Grand Prix, Le Mans, Ventura, and Tempest.
Installation
Perimeter-bolt mounting style. Gasket, grommets, and mounting hardware are not included. Verify rocker arm clearance at 2-3/4" external height, and confirm your breather cap or PCV valve neck size matches the 1.25" breather/grommet hole.
Specs
| Baffled | Yes |
| Cover Finish | Polished |
| Cover Material | Aluminum |
| External Height | 2 3/4 in. |
| Gasket Included | No |
| Grommets Included | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Mounting Style | Perimeter-Bolt |
| Quantity | Sold as a Pair |
| Top Style | Finned |
Engine Fitment
COMPATIBLE WITH
PONTIAC V8
• 4.9 L / 301 in3
• 5.3 L / 326 in3
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.4 L / 389 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 6.9 L / 421 in3
• 7.0 L / 428 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
NOTES
• Covers Pontiac V8 301–455 in³ engines
• 2-3/4" external height — verify valve cover clearance with your rocker arm setup, especially with aftermarket roller rockers or taller valvetrain components
• 1.25" breather/grommet hole — confirm this matches your breather cap or PCV valve neck size
• No gasket, grommets, or mounting hardware included — plan to source separately before installation
• Baffled design — helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Pontiac GTO
Pontiac Firebird / Trans Am
Pontiac Catalina
Pontiac Bonneville
Pontiac Grand Prix
Pontiac Le Mans
Pontiac Ventura
Pontiac Tempest
Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am (1980–1981, 301 Turbo)
Q&A
Will these fit a Pontiac 301?
Yes — this cover fits the Pontiac 301 (4.9L) along with the rest of the 326-455 CID V8 family.
Do these come with a gasket or mounting hardware?
No — gasket, grommets, and mounting hardware are not included.
What size is the breather/grommet hole?
1.25". Confirm this matches your breather cap or PCV valve neck size.
Will these clear my aftermarket roller rockers?
Verify clearance against the 2-3/4" external height — taller valvetrain components or aftermarket roller rockers may need additional clearance checking.
Are these sold individually or as a pair?
Sold as a pair.
What does the baffled design do?
It helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by inside the valve cover.
Emissions Notice
This product does not require an Executive Order in California. By nature of its design this product does not require an emissions certification.
1957-1981 Pontiac Finned Aluminum Valve Covers, 2 3/4" Ht., 1.25" Hole, Polished
These finned aluminum valve covers are built for Pontiac V8 engines from 301 to 455 CID, spanning 1957-1981 applications. The baffled design helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by, while the finned top and polished finish give the valvetrain area a classic, finished look.
At 2-3/4" external height, verify clearance with your rocker arm setup, especially if you're running aftermarket roller rockers or taller valvetrain components. The 1.25" breather/grommet hole should match your breather cap or PCV valve neck size. These covers are sold as a pair, with gasket, grommets, and mounting hardware not included — plan to source those separately.
If you're fitting these to a 301 or another small-journal/economy Pontiac variant, verify your block's main journal size and deck height before ordering, since this cover is built for the 326-455 CID engine family specifically.
Applications
Fits Pontiac V8 engines: 4.9L/301, 5.3L/326, 5.7L/350, 6.4L/389, 6.6L/400, 6.9L/421, 7.0L/428, and 7.5L/455 CID, 1957-1981. Common applications include GTO, Firebird/Trans Am, Catalina, Bonneville, Grand Prix, Le Mans, Ventura, and Tempest.
Installation
Perimeter-bolt mounting style. Gasket, grommets, and mounting hardware are not included. Verify rocker arm clearance at 2-3/4" external height, and confirm your breather cap or PCV valve neck size matches the 1.25" breather/grommet hole.
COMPATIBLE WITH
PONTIAC V8
• 4.9 L / 301 in3
• 5.3 L / 326 in3
• 5.7 L / 350 in3
• 6.4 L / 389 in3
• 6.6 L / 400 in3
• 6.9 L / 421 in3
• 7.0 L / 428 in3
• 7.5 L / 455 in3
NOTES
• Covers Pontiac V8 301–455 in³ engines
• 2-3/4" external height — verify valve cover clearance with your rocker arm setup, especially with aftermarket roller rockers or taller valvetrain components
• 1.25" breather/grommet hole — confirm this matches your breather cap or PCV valve neck size
• No gasket, grommets, or mounting hardware included — plan to source separately before installation
• Baffled design — helps control oil splash and reduce blow-by
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Pontiac GTO
Pontiac Firebird / Trans Am
Pontiac Catalina
Pontiac Bonneville
Pontiac Grand Prix
Pontiac Le Mans
Pontiac Ventura
Pontiac Tempest
Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am (1980–1981, 301 Turbo)
SPECIFICATIONS
Baffled: Yes
Cover Finish: Polished
Cover Material: Aluminum
External Height: 2 3/4 in.
Gasket Included: No
Grommets Included: No
Mounting Hardware Included: No
Mounting Style: Perimeter-Bolt
Quantity: Sold as a Pair
Top Style: Finned
