Riffraff Diesel Billet Engine Front Cover 7.3L 1994-2003 Powerstroke
In an industry first we now offer a 100% USA Made one-piece Billet Aluminum Engine Front Cover Assembly to replace the cast original. Engineered to work with all of your stock accessories and 7.3L block, but optimized to be more rigid and robust where it counts. Now not only stronger due to being a one-piece billet body, we ensure strength by using Stainless Steel Recoil inserts on every bolt hole.
- 100% Made in USA
- Stainless Steel Recoil Inserts
- USA 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum
- Available in anodized color options (Can add 2 weeks when color is chosen)
- Optimized Oil Flow Passages
- Uses Screened Reservoir Gasket for improved oil filtering
*Note: Anodized Color on Aluminum can be discolored / damaged by chemical engine cleaners. Use only soap and water to clean.
*Note: Lead time applies to anodized colors, usually 2 weeks
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Top Notch Quality
You can't asked for a better made front cover. Everything bolted right up, and fit perfectly.
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Front Cover
Waited a week to get it anodized red, and I wasnt disappointed. The cover looks amazing, and bolted right up to my block for my 2001 engine build.
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RIFFRAFF DIESEL BILLET ENGINE FRONT COVER 7.3L 1994-2003
I originally bought the OEM cover but immediately returned it because the casting quality was very poor. Given the amount of labor required to change out the front cover I did not want to chance it with a questionable part. This Billet Front Cover looks good and fits well. I did have issues with the bolts that connect the front oil cooler housing. The original bolts were too long - the bolts holes were not tapped deep enough. It was really close - it looked good but with the first test drive there was oil weeping out along the gasket. I shortened each bolt about 4mm and tightened them down and it's now leak free. Another area to be aware of is just to the left (passenger side) of where the HPOP access cover bolts on. There is a measurable difference between the OEM and this billeted version in this area. As a result, that bolt had to be shortened 13mm. I had ordered the "Front Cover Bolt Kit" from RiffRaff so this was an especially unwelcomed surprise when I already had RTV applied. Lastly, since installing this front cover my HPOP reservoir drains down if the truck sits more than 12 hours. I recognize there could be other causes for this, I did replace the LPOP at the same time, but it is something to consider in the event any other customers mention a similar issue.
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Show Piece Part
This is a very impressive part, and honestly as a career machinist of almost 20 years I can't believe the great price they are able to sell it for. Keep doing what you guys are known for! Thank you for the great work.
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Amazing Quality
As you would expect, the quality is spot on and it fit up perfect.
