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Holden 6 Cylinder Chrome DELUXE Kit 161 179 186 202 Valve Cover + Stromberg Air Cleaner + Breather + Water Neck + Dipstick + T-Bolts
Holden 6 Cylinder Chrome DELUXE Kit 161 179 186 202 Valve Cover + Stromberg Air Cleaner + Breather + Water Neck + Dipstick + T-Bolts
SKU: PART NO. SPECO-EDU-KIT01
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SPECO Holden 6 Cylinder Engine Chrome 9" Deluxe Dress-up Kit
This is the biggest SPECO kit we've ever made, saving you $$ and giving your Holden 6 cylinder engine bay an instant, cleaner, more striking look with this massive 32 PIECE DELUXE KIT. Designed to fit Holden 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202 engines, this chrome dressup kit combines practical upgrades with beautiful chrome finishes that highlight the classic lines of your straight-six red, blue, or black motor. It's a simple way to drastically improve both presentation and functionality in one comprehensive package.
What’s Included in the 9" Chrome Deluxe Kit?
- 9" x 2" Chrome Air Cleaner and Filter for 2-5/16" Stromberg carburettors
- Chrome valve cover, steel core rubber gasket, hold-down tabs and T-bar bolt set
- Chrome breather, oil filler cap, and grommets
- Chrome side plates (pair), cork gaskets and bolt seals
- Chrome Holden 6 water neck / thermostat housing and bolts
- Chrome radiator cap cover and chrome Holden 6 dipstick
- Fittings and details that add style without compromising performance
- Over $519 value of parts, full SPECO part list below
Why Choose a SPECO Chrome Engine Dress-Up Kit?
- Improved appearance - instantly upgrade your engine bay with a polished, professional finish with quality parts from Speco
- Direct fit - tailored for Holden 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202 engines
- Practical upgrades - chrome parts that are functional as well as stylish
SPECO Part Numbers Included this Kit:
A9256 | 9" x 2" Air Cleaner with 2-5/16" Neck |
101938 | Vented Breather Cap - 1" |
101942 | Flat Oil Cap - 1-1/4" Push-In |
101949 | Grommet & Plug 1-1/4" x 1" ID (Pair) |
551931 | Valve Cover 149-202 (3.5" High) |
811373R | Valve Cover Steel Core Rubber Gasket 149-202 |
551950 | Side Plates Chrome 149-202 (Pair) |
KT695K | Side Plate Cork Gaskets and Bolt Seals |
101961 | Valve Cover 3" Hold Downs (8) |
101959 | Valve Cover Mini Hold-Down Tabs (2) |
102010 | Valve Cover Wing Nuts T-Bar Bolts (8) |
102067 | Water Neck / Thermostat Housing Holden 6 |
101848 | Finned Radiator Cap Cover |
101240 | Dip Stick & Tube Holden 6 Cylinder |
Perfect for Restorations and Street Builds
Whether you’re restoring a classic Holden or freshening up your daily driver, this kit makes your engine bay look sharp and well-presented. It’s an ideal finishing touch for car shows, weekend cruisers, and performance builds where presentation matters as much as performance.
Compatibility
This engine dress-up kit suits the following Holden straight-six engines: 149, 161, 173, 179, 186, and 202. Please check your setup to ensure the best fit before purchase.
Early Red Motor (149, 161, 179, 186)
- EH (1963–1965) – 149 & 179
- HD (1965–1966) – 149, 161, 179, 186
- HR (1966–1968) – 161, 186 (186S performance option)
Late Red & Blue Motor Era (173, 202 introduced)
- HK (1968–1969) – 161, 186, 186S
- HT (1969–1970) – 161, 186, 186S, 186X2
- HG (1970–1971) – 161, 186, 186S
- HQ (1971–1974) – 173, 202
- HJ (1974–1976) – 173, 202
- HX (1976–1977) – 173, 202
- HZ (1977–1980) – 173, 202
Commodore & Torana with 6 Cylinders (Black Motor introduced)
- LC Torana (1969–1972) – 161, 186
- LJ Torana (1972–1974) – 173, 202
- LH Torana (1974–1976) – 173, 202
- LX Torana (1976–1978) – 173, 202
- UC Torana (1978–1980) – 173, 202
- VB Commodore (1978–1980) – 173, 202
- VC Commodore (1980–1981) – 173, 202
- VH Commodore (1981–1984) – 173, 202
- VK Commodore (1984–1986) – 202
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