[FC] plastic chips in #1 side valve cover

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Keith
Could the "plastic chips" be the hardened remains of valve stem seals ...
I would suggest that if cylinder head work is needed
that you send both heads to a competent Corvair Specialist
referrals  available off list  ; )
David

>I has a valve knocking on the passenger side valve cover, I removed valve cover, put on plastic cover and starting trying to adjust valves, at some point, found plastic chips in valve cover, probaly something from the top of the valve?
>Auugh
>should i freak out and start to cry, i guess i should pull the valve cover, valves and start looking 
>any suggestions, it is reasonable to think i can find a used head, or just lay down bucks ($500+) for new headwork
>this is 64 'brier w/110 motor, 51,000 original miles