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Fiero2m8
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MAY 19, 11:39 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Mystik:
Also, what yard did you find that at? I've been looking all around for Fieros in the area, I can't seem to find any. |
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Thanks for feedback - here's the yard info...
http://www.millersauto.com/
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Will
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MAY 19, 12:44 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Mystik:
I'm a fan of the bare look. The extra aesthetic pieces don't really do it for me, just detracts from the engine's natural beauty IMO.
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Ditto
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fieroguru
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MAY 19, 01:39 PM
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I am fan of the bare look as well. Every time I see an engine cover I wonder what ugliness they are trying to hide with it.
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ezramore
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MAY 19, 02:42 PM
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What if you used it to cover the coil pack area instead. Would reduce the dirt blowing up from under the car a little. I agree with others that it takes away from the look of the engine otherwise.
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Fiero2m8
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MAY 19, 02:46 PM
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Exposed is getting votes. I'm going to try another option of 2 large holes so the entire carbs stick through and only the empty valley is covered. ------------------
Indy Northstar-Stretch ~ LT1-NOS Roadster
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Fiero2m8
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MAY 19, 02:51 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by ezramore:
What if you used it to cover the coil pack area instead. Would reduce the dirt blowing up from under the car a little. I agree with others that it takes away from the look of the engine otherwise. |
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Then people will say why cover the nice wires and coils....but I've thought about that too 
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Fiero38SC
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MAY 20, 09:59 AM
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I like the idea of having a cover, it is a more modern look.
How about a custom cover out of stainless or powder coated to match? Cover the center and have the sides bend down near the valve covers much like the Caddy cover. Make 4 elongated holes for each pair of stacks. Also bend down the back to cover the difference in height that will be needed to cover the center linkages and the plug wires.
I think the extra badging for "Northstar 32 Valve" on the cover is redundant when placed next to the valve covers. If you want to keep the Caddy logo, add it to the new cover either in the center or along the centerline near the back of the cover.
Maybe someone can photoshop this idea?
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doublec4
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MAY 20, 09:59 AM
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I vote no cover. Looks much better without.
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Tinkrr
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MAY 20, 11:16 AM
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No Cover
I've always thought that manufacturers who cover up their engines are trying to hide something or they're ashamed of them.
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1988holleyformula
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MAY 21, 01:39 AM
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Please forgive the following Photobucket edited photo, (edit: awesome, its over 300k, so my horrible art won't show up to any but those who are prepared  ) but I really wanted to convey my idea, that was based off Gokart's.
So basically that same cover with the 4 parallel raised lines, placed right on top of the polished area in between the carbs. Paint or powdercoat (or whatever works) the cover black, with the Caddy logo right in the center.
Make sense? It still exposes much of the engine's character, but dresses it up at the same time.
I also want to see your photoshop of the "option of 2 large holes so the entire carbs stick through and only the empty valley is covered."
Fiero38SC's idea sounds good too!
Really amazing build you have here![This message has been edited by 1988holleyformula (edited 05-21-2011).]
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