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What kind of spark plug wires to buy?

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Chieftec160, Jun 25, 2010.

  1. Chieftec160
    Joined: Oct 10, 2008
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    I have the same exhaust manifolds and I want to run the wires exactly like in this picture
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    What cars came stock with this manifold or what kind of spark plug wires to buy? My engine has the HEI distributor.
     
  2. Bigchuck
    Joined: Oct 23, 2007
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    from Austin, TX

    MSD makes wire sets with long enough wires to route the way you want. You cut to length and crimp on distributor end. Can't say I recommend tie wrapping any plug wires together though. Even the best wires should have a little seperation.
     
  3. -DMC-
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
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    from Ohio

    I dont think it matters really. They probably just bought a set of wires and cut them theirself, instead of buying the typical universal type. They may have bought 2 sets too...

    They did a nice clean job laying the wires though...I prefer my wires to be seen on top. But with those manifolds, that looks like the way to go though...
     
    Last edited: Jun 25, 2010
  4. revkev6
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    from ma

    isn't that close to the stock routing for early sbc's?? was thinking of routing my 283 wires similar.

    I agree on the tie wrapping being a bad idea though. misfires are bad with hi energy ignitions.

    IMO those plug ends look way too new on that engine.
     
  5. Babar40
    Joined: Dec 4, 2009
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    from Florida

    Buying performance wire by the spool may be a good idea for you. I am in agreement that the tie wrap is a poor idea especially for the HEI.
     
  6. Chieftec160
    Joined: Oct 10, 2008
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    Thanks for the reply's!
     
  7. Bullyboy
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