Holden 6 Cylinder Chrome Kit 161 179 186 202 Valve Cover + Air Cleaner + Side Plates + Breather

Holden 6 Cylinder Engine Chrome Kit

Elevate your Holden 6 cylinder engine's appearance and performance with our comprehensive engine dress-up kit, specially designed for Holden 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202 engines. This all-in-one kit combines essential chrome accessories that not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your engine bay but also provide improved functionality.
Included in the kit:

1. Chrome Valve / Rocker Cover in Steel (TCO-4060)

   • Precision manufactured from durable steel and triple chrome plated for a stunning shine.
   • Taller design (75mm clearance) allows for better baffle clearance, accommodating performance modifications.
   • Compatible with 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202 engines.
   • Comes complete with a cork gasket, eight hold down tabs, and bolts for secure installation. (GAS-JM501, TCO-3106, TCO-3095)
     
     

2. Chrome 9" x 2" Air Cleaner (TCO-1035)

   • A sleek round air cleaner and paper filter element designed for optimal airflow and filtration.
   • Measures 9" in diameter and 2" in depth, perfectly suited for 2-5/16" neck carburetors, including Stromberg.
   • Polished chrome finish adds a touch of elegance while maintaining engine performance.
     
     

3. Chrome Breather Cap & Grommet Set (TCO-3071 & TCO-3980)

   • Designed to fit the above valve cover's 1-1/4” filler hole.
     
   • Features an internal baffle to prevent oil splashing, keeping your engine clean and efficient.
     
   • Includes an oil cap grommet (1” neck) and a PCV valve grommet (¾” neck), ensuring a snug fit.
     
     

4. Chrome Finned Side Plate Covers (TCO-3976)

   • A stunning addition to your engine bay, these chrome plated side plate covers suit Holden Red, Blue, or Black 6 cylinder motors (149, 161, 173, 179, 186, 202).
   • Crafted from high-quality materials and supplied with gaskets for straightforward installation.
   • Includes pair of cork gaskets (GAS-KT695 x 2)
     
     

Save big with this kit! This kit is the ultimate upgrade for enthusiasts looking to showcase their Holden engine while ensuring reliable performance. Save money with our combined kit pricing, whether you’re restoring a classic or customising your ride. Each component is designed for a perfect fit and impressive durability. Transform your engine bay into a showcase of style and performance with our Holden 6 Cylinder Engine Dress-Up Kit!

Order now to give your engine bay the upgrade it deserves!

• Engine Application: Built for the full Holden inline 6 cylinder family across the 149, 161, 173, 179, 186 and 202 cubic inch motors. Covers Red, Blue and Black engine variants. Suits EH, HD, HR, HK, HT, HG, HQ, HJ, HX, HZ, WB, LC/LJ Torana, LH/LX/UC Torana, VB through VL Commodore and other Holden 6 builds where a full chrome dress-up package in one go is the goal.

• What You Get in the Kit: Chrome rocker cover with cork gasket and eight hold-down tabs with bolts. 9" diameter x 2" deep chrome round air cleaner. Chrome breather cap with oil filler grommet (1" neck) and PCV grommet (3/4" neck). A pair of chrome finned side plate covers with cork gaskets. A complete top-and-sides dress-up with gaskets sorted, no chasing extra parts..

• Stromberg and 2-5/16" Neck Carb Compatibility: The 9" air cleaner is sized for 2-5/16" neck carburettors including the Stromberg single and triple carb setups commonly found on Holden Red and Blue 6 builds. Confirm your carb has a 2-5/16" neck before ordering, as some aftermarket carb conversions use different neck sizes.

• Rocker Cover Plus Side Plates: The Holden 6 uses both a top rocker cover and removable side plates on the block face. This kit covers both, which means the entire visible top and side of the engine gets the chrome treatment in one purchase rather than ordering covers and side plates separately and hoping the finish matches.

• Rocker Cover Profile (75mm): At 75mm tall, the cover gives enough clearance for the factory Holden 6 valvetrain and most mild performance modifications. Worth measuring your tallest valvetrain component if you are running a high-lift camshaft, roller rockers or shaft mount rockers on a heavily modified 6 cyl build.

• Baffled Breather Cap: The chrome breather cap has an internal baffle that controls oil splash off the rocker arms and stops oil being pulled out through the PCV system. This reduces oil consumption and the engine bay oil mess that comes with un-baffled caps, particularly useful on a daily-driven Holden 6.

• Buying as a Kit vs Separately: The kit format works out cheaper than buying the rocker cover (TCO-4060), air cleaner (TCO-1035), breather cap kit (TCO-3071 / TCO-3980) and side plates (TCO-3976) individually. It also guarantees the chrome finish matches across all four components, which is harder to control when buying separately at different times.

• Practical Buyer Tip: Clean the head face and block side plate surfaces thoroughly before fitting the new gaskets, as old gasket residue is the most common cause of post-install leaks. Torque the bolts evenly to spec rather than overtightening, particularly on the pressed steel covers where too much torque distorts the cover and creates leaks rather than prevents them. Chrome benefits from a soft microfibre wipe-down and avoiding abrasive polishes that can dull or scratch the plating over time.