Timing chain cover on VP 4.3L

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Hey guys, I was at Schucks picking up gaskets for my 4.3L 96 VP motor and I noticed that if I order the plastic timing chain cover it is 50 bucks but they have a cool generic chrome one for 25 bucks that fits all GM Small blocks. I am freshwater use only. Do you think it is ok to use the chome one rather than the plastic one?

 

[Don S]

Re: Timing chain cover on VP 4.3L

Take your old plastic one and compare the two before you buy.
Draw a line around your old one on a piece of cardboard, and mark the bolt holes.
My bet is they won't replace the plastic one. I have seen some ads for the chrome ones, and they are all of the old stamped steel type.
BUT,,,,,,, I can't see your Schucks part.