UPDATE:
martZ: i have you down for a bare set

Marv: i have you down for a bare set also.

aceshigh: have you down for a custom engraved bbc covers.

brit from chevelle tech: oilfill and breather holes bbc covers.

mwilson: SBC engraved with breatherholes cut


Would there be any intrest in these? If we can get 10 or more people I can sell these for

$230 for the sbc
$260 for the bbc and gen III

prices normally run around
$250 for the sbc
$280 for the bbc and gen III
gen III would cost more for the coil brackets, pcv provisions, and cap. Also, coil's wouldnt be included.

if you wanted pcv provisions for the sbc or bbc covers that can be done at extra cost along with custom engraving and anodizing

http://elcaminocentral.com/albums/rons-elky/IM000749.sized.jpg

http://www.apsracingproducts.com/images/IM000496-300.jpg

http://elcaminocentral.com/albums/rons-elky/LS1_covercoilpack.sized.jpg


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www.ronsraceshop.com (http://www.ronsraceshop.com)

2000 camaro z28 m6
1981 royalknight
1979 malibu
1974 charger

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Those are sweet covers!! Would be interested in possible future purchase of the SBC covers, but you caught me at a bad time. Who makes them?

thats cool i understand. i'll have sales later on also so keep an eye out. APS racing makes them. real good guys over there

Ron, could they make/sell them for a little less if they did away with the Chevrolet logo and license. I would be more interested in blank covers (but thats just me). Looks like nice pieces.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by Marv Davis:
Ron, could they make/sell them for a little less if they did away with the Chevrolet logo and license. I would be more interested in blank covers (but thats just me). Looks like nice pieces.</font>

Me too, I think they are sweet, but not in the market for them right now.

the regular engraving is free on the covers. you can get bare ones but it would cost the same

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ronjr@ronsraceshop.com
www.ronsraceshop.com

2000 camaro z28 m6
1981 royalknight
1979 malibu
1974 charger

Id love a set!

(round here everything with sheet metal covers runs 9's at 140+)

I would like some those are the baddest covers ive ever seen!

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14.22 on the brakes (I expect 13.90's soon)

cool well so far the GP doesnt look like it's going to happen so your more than welcome to give us a call at (480)664-8908

if you know of five or more people i can drop the price to $240.

http://www.billetfab.com/images/vcovers/vc_sport_double_intro.gif

Jeff Johnston makes plain ones for $159 a set, engraved for $25 a set if you buy 5 sets. We've used a lot of these and they are first class.

http://www.billetfab.com/index.htm

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are they a paying sponsor???

No, but apparantly they have a better deal by quite a bit.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by onovakind67:
http://www.billetfab.com/images/vcovers/vc_sport_double_intro.gif

Jeff Johnston makes plain ones for $159 a set, engraved for $25 a set if you buy 5 sets. We've used a lot of these and they are first class.

http://www.billetfab.com/index.htm

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Those are the sportsmans series. They don't have the billet rail or the recessed bold holes. For something equivilent to what ron is selling you would have to go with the professional series. When I bought my professional series from jeff johnston's it was in the neighborhood of $315

I hate to sound rude but if your going to jump in here and try to bash my product try to do it in another thread please. Our covers we sell are top notch quality. As a new sponsor to the board I would think that offering group purchases and nastyz28.com member sales would be greatly appreciated. I also figured that if I support the site the members would support me not point customers the other way. I know if some one comes to me asking about camaros I suggest this site. if it's elcamino's www.elcaminocentral.com (http://www.elcaminocentral.com) or malibus i suggest www.maliburacing.com. (http://www.maliburacing.com.) Although I do appreciate the link I'll be sure to bookmark it so I know what the "other guy" is doing

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:
I hate to sound rude but if your going to jump in here and try to bash my product try to do it in another thread please. Our covers we sell are top notch quality. As a new sponsor to the board I would think that offering group purchases and nastyz28.com member sales would be greatly appreciated. I also figured that if I support the site the members would support me not point customers the other way. I know if some one comes to me asking about camaros I suggest this site. if it's elcamino's www.elcaminocentral.com (http://www.elcaminocentral.com) or malibus i suggest www.maliburacing.com. (http://www.maliburacing.com.) Although I do appreciate the link I'll be sure to bookmark it so I know what the "other guy" is doing</font>


I wasn't bashing you or your products. I think your valve covers are sweet. I was saying that jeff johnston's were more expensive for similar quality.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by 79rallysport:

I wasn't bashing you or your products. I think your valve covers are sweet. I was saying that jeff johnston's were more expensive for similar quality.</font>

sorry I was talking about onovakind67 and jakeshoe. It just kinda errks me that I try to offer a deal and they would turn people away. It's not like I'm scamming and jacking up prices. I'm making the same amount of profit no matter how many I sell.

I will forward this on to some of my LS1 buddies, some of them are looking for new V/C's.

Ahhh you not giving it a chance Ron. Let the post run for a couple of days before you withdraw the offer. Lot's of members can't get in here till evenings. I think you'll find there is more interest to come.

Can you give us a little more detail, like they are obviously tall, will they clear w/ poly locks and a stud girdle (speaking of the SBC perimiter bolt covers) Is it a billet or stamped rail. There are going to be those curious of they will clear GM OEM a/c compressor location,, stuff like that would be good to have out there as interest builds. Cost on anodizing, engraving (- intricate custom logos of course)
It looks like a real nice piece, probably going to have you put me down for a pair, blank, and I'll cut the holes for the evac.

i already have a set on my car. sorry dude. but those are awesome looking

Ron, I'm interested.

I'm ordering a ZZ454 for my '78 in a few weeks. ( I just got approved for my reimbursement for $4300 today....WOOOHOOO!!!)

I'm looking for a cool and unique set of Valve covers for my new motor.

Powdercoating available ?? If yes, how much??
Custom engraving eh ?
What would it cost for "Ace's (Chevy logo) ZZ454" ...??

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Also, can someone help me out with why this is a better option in a valve cover??

I seriously have no clue....
FYI , mine is to be a street car...rare occasion strip use to get an ETA but that's it. Is this a bonus for my goal here or un necessary?

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">the billet rail or the recessed bold holes.</font>

EDIT...
Nevermind, I was impatient and I just called the competitor on his site to ask him what the billet rails advantage was. He told me that they are for added sealing and THEY ARE DISCONTINUING THEIR $159 SPORTMAN SERIES because they don't seal as well....and can leak......Soooo....there you all have it.

Oh yeah, and for sh*ts and giggles I asked what his Pro series costed to compete with Ron's products.....his cost is $331 per pair.

I saved you all the time and wasted energy.
So yeah, Ron, I'm very interested.
Get back to me with prices when you're ready. I have the money.

Maybe even an engraved Rat Fink on them would be possible?? lol
http://www.ratfink.org/rothdecals/1966/chevy2.gif

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ok so for the covers they are a billet cnc rail. the covers sit 4 1/2 in high custom engraving will cost $38.00
but theres only a anodizing option. i'll find out if APS can do a powder coat option and i'll see what he says.

aceshigh:
if we can't get 5 or more guys cost will be
$288.00+shipping

Nice covers!!! I may not be able to buy this time around but this thread will be bookmarked.

Ok so far we have 3 guys that say there in. if we can get two more i can knock it down to $240 for a set. i also have this deal on www.maliburacing.com (http://www.maliburacing.com) and www.elcaminocentral.com (http://www.elcaminocentral.com) i'll update over there to see if we can get two or more guys.

guys let me know this is valid. so i can keep it accurate
Mwilson: not sure what type of cover you want.

Marv Davis: i have you down for a bare set.

aceshigh: i put you down for a custom engraved set.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:

Mwilson: not sure what type of cover you want.

Marv Davis: i have you down for a bare set.

aceshigh: i put you down for a custom engraved set.</font>

Damn, I had to edit, I didn't read it all.

I'm pretty much sold on them, just checkin my options here. I will wait for the other 2 so I can save a few $$$'s too. Haven't even gotten my engine yet. But I'm good for it. You just have to email me when everyone is ready to order.

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sounds good.

everyone that wants a set either e-mail me (ronjr@ronsraceshop.com) with your screen name and what type of cover(s) you want so i can put you down. when we get enough guys for the discount i'll contact you to let you know. if you just cant wait give us a call at
(480)664- 8908

Ron,
I'm not bashing your product.

I'm sure they're nice. Both sets look nice to me.

However,
IMO these boards are places for gearheads to share experiences, good and bad and also to spread word about good deals, good vendors, bad vendors, etc..

I'm personally not real big on "parts whoring" by businesses in the middle of a tech forum, but it isn't my board so my opinion counts for little.
I also understand basic economics, that is costs Madmike to run this place, so a "supporting vendor" is a very good way to do so.

I understand you're trying to cut a deal to some members, great.

However, being in business also comes with competition. If you can't deal with competition I don't know what to tell ya...

Be like Bill Gates I guess.

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Put me down for a pair of plain SBC. I sent you an email Ron.

Thanks

martZ: i have you down for a bare set
Marv: i have you down for a bare set also.

mwilson
aceshigh
i assume you guys are for sure and i'll put you down but if you could shoot me an e-mail for what you want that would be awsome.
so one more and we have our five

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by jakeshoe:
Ron,
I'm not bashing your product.

I'm sure they're nice. Both sets look nice to me.

However,
IMO these boards are places for gearheads to share experiences, good and bad and also to spread word about good deals, good vendors, bad vendors, etc..

I'm personally not real big on "parts whoring" by businesses in the middle of a tech forum, but it isn't my board so my opinion counts for little.
I also understand basic economics, that is costs Madmike to run this place, so a "supporting vendor" is a very good way to do so.

I understand you're trying to cut a deal to some members, great.

However, being in business also comes with competition. If you can't deal with competition I don't know what to tell ya...

Be like Bill Gates I guess.

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thats cool man just the way you came off and that you were comparing a lower quality cover that had a lower price to my cover which IMO is alot better. no problem though we had a miscommunication.

If you run into that situation,
you should explain what makes you covers better...

After reading the differences, they do seem to be a better cover. No problem.

I would in fact pay a few more bucks for a supporting vendors stuff, if all else was equal.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:

so one more and we have our five</font>

No, 6 more and we have our 10! http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/wink.gif http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/smile.gif

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by jakeshoe:
If you run into that situation,
you should explain what makes you covers better...

After reading the differences, they do seem to be a better cover. No problem.

I would in fact pay a few more bucks for a supporting vendors stuff, if all else was equal.

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So come on Jake,, pony up to the table and buy your dad a nice birthday present http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/wink.gif

Marv,
Believe me it is a thought....

I do like the fabbed vc's, and I need a set to put the 505 together AGAIN....

I was looking at the Moroso die cast covers in the black crinkle though..... Something about those look good on a BBC or SBC.

I'm in a holding pattern at the moment....
I have funds but may be buying some "kit" to go do some "contracting work".
Bored of the normal life again...

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by Marv Davis:
No, 6 more and we have our 10! http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/wink.gif http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/smile.gif

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good thinking http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/cool.gif

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by jakeshoe:
Marv,
Believe me it is a thought....

I do like the fabbed vc's, and I need a set to put the 505 together AGAIN....

I was looking at the Moroso die cast covers in the black crinkle though..... Something about those look good on a BBC or SBC.
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http://www.billetfab.com/images/smallparts/gm/vc_pro_sbc_cblt_engr.gif

These already have your name on them...

I like those alot. I kinda blew away my parts budget for a while. I'd really like a plain set in the near future though.

Onovakind,
I SAW those and thought the same thing http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/smile.gif

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:
I hate to sound rude but if your going to jump in here and try to bash my product try to do it in another thread please. Our covers we sell are top notch quality. As a new sponsor to the board I would think that offering group purchases and nastyz28.com member sales would be greatly appreciated. I also figured that if I support the site the members would support me not point customers the other way. I know if some one comes to me asking about camaros I suggest this site. if it's elcamino's www.elcaminocentral.com (http://www.elcaminocentral.com) or malibus i suggest www.maliburacing.com. (http://www.maliburacing.com.) Although I do appreciate the link I'll be sure to bookmark it so I know what the "other guy" is doing</font>

I don't think they were comparing apples to apples. The other covers were a lower version and their top version is more then yours.

I would say most people on this board are just trying to get a good deal and I wouldn't worry to much about it. If you have a good product and it is priced right people will buy it.

Thanks for being a sponsor and offering items to the board members.

Anyone else interested???????

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by Mousehouse:
Thanks for being a sponsor and offering items to the board members.</font>

Is this the same offer that was deleted at Team Chevelle?

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70 Camaro Z/28 with 461cu.in. BBC & OD Auto, 3.31 12 bolt posi.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by wayner:
Is this the same offer that was deleted at Team Chevelle?

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yup

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:

yup

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Thanks, didn't get a chance to see the offer over ther before it was deleted. Its too bad that was done.
I certainly want a set for my BBC, but just haven't recovered from Xmas yet. I got alot of younguns to buy for!

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70 Camaro Z/28 with 461cu.in. BBC & OD Auto, 3.31 12 bolt posi.

UPDATE:

martZ: i have you down for a bare set

Marv: i have you down for a bare set also.

aceshigh: have you down for a custom engraved bbc covers.

brit from chevelle tech: oilfill and breather holes bbc covers.

mwilson: still waiting on the e-mail

ok so including mwilson we have five do you guys want to see if we can get five more or did you want them now?

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I guess I'm ready to purchase.

I DID just buy a set from the metioned 'competitor', and wish I had known about Rons deal sooner.

I will say my experience with the 'competitor' was not all that great. VERY poor customer service, they don't answer their phones, don't return their calls, and the covers took about 5 weeks to get to my door step, because I had them weld a -12 fitting on the front of the cover. ONE SIMPLE fitting.

Yet, they put it on CROOKED.... and paid 380 dollars after shipping.

So, it doesn't look like Ron has any 'REAL' competition.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by ronjr@ronsraceshop.com:
do you guys want to see if we can get five more or did you want them now?
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I'm waiting to hear back from your or those guys on the Powdercoating. I seriously like them , but I'm torn between these and the ones you have.
http://www.sallee-chevrolet.com/GM_Valve_Covers/images/25534323.jpg



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Bob from APS said he's got a guy that does powder coating but he has yet to get pricing. those are real nice i like those also. actually i have sbc set sitting in my garage. Although, if I were to do it all over again I'd go with the sheet metal covers over the cast version.

Ok guys I'm going out of town for a week if you have any questions you can e-mail ron@ronsraceshop.com or call (480)664-8908 or you can e-mail me but it's not for sure that i'll have a connection where ever i go.

So what kind of custom engraving are we talking about. I have a logo etc. I would like to have done up. If it's possible im in for a SBC set.

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A little is good, More is better, too much is just right.

<font face="Arial,Verdana" size="2">Originally posted by 70 Z UC:
So what kind of custom engraving are we talking about. I have a logo etc. I would like to have done up. If it's possible im in for a SBC set.

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as long as it will fit on the surface of a SBC cover it will work if you can send me the logo i'll see if it can be done but i'm sure he wont have a problem with it at all.

Ok guys I'm back in town and I have sent everyone e-mail's. Please let me know if you didnt get your mail from me and what your status is. Thanks, RonJR

did not get mail!

custom engraving will cost $38 we can get it done as long as it fit's on a SBC cover if you can e-mail me your logo i'll send it in and see if it can be done to the detail your looking for

What is the width and length of the covers (18.5x3.75?), so I can size to fit (SBC). I send you mail when I get it set up. If it can be done, count me in as #?

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it's the normal length of any SBC cover but it sits 4 1/2 in. in height.

I did not receive an email. I will call you this morning to purchase.

hey guys we need five more possibly four.

So, is this deal dead or what?????

hmm i guess my e-mail didnt go out to everyone.ok well heres the deal i had two guys back out so that only makes three of us i had two other guys interested but only if we can get the people to ten. this deal pretty much halted a four so it doesnt look like anyone's that interested.you can buy them at regular price if you give us a call. i'm moving in a new house this month so if you guys have any questions try to call (480)664-8908 or e-mail me ronjr@ronsraceshop.com or my dad ron@ronsraceshop.com and well try to get back to you ASAP.

Welp, it was a nice jesture and too bad it's just didn't work out this time. And for whoever backed out on their commitment,, you owe the rest of us $40 each &lt;grin&gt;

Try again a little later in the season, I know my car is all tucked away for the winter, and I'm still paying off xmas. Tax returns come out soon too.

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I'd hit 'em up again in May(?)! Tax returns AND springtime! http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/wink.gif

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The Surgeon General states: "IT IS OK TO SMOKE YOUR COMPETITION!!!!"

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Who's still down for a set? I have to sell some of these. How about this untill the 16th you can buy these for $10 off the regular price. so you wont have to worry about waiting or any of that. Just place your order for what you want. If we can get ten people then we'll do the $20 off

ronjr@ronsraceshop.com- I would suggest starting a fresh thread as this one may not get read anymore from the previous members that posted. ??

thread subject: NEW DEAL: sheet metal valvecovers

Good luck... http://www.nastyz28.com/ubb/wink.gif

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