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Apr 3, 2006 | 02:59 AM

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hi, there an iussue that is uncommon to see here: spark plugs.
what is in your opinion the best spark plugs for a 406ci 570hp motor, heads are 210cc alu afr...the car is used in cool climate and never taken over 6.000 rpm...thanks/Giu

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Apr 3, 2006 | 03:07 AM

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Got headers? Accel Shorts 0276S is the part number.

Otherwise Autolites work great.

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Apr 3, 2006 | 03:14 AM

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Quote:

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Got headers? Accel Shorts 0276S is the part number.

Otherwise Autolites work great.

yes, got hooker super comp side mount kit...

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Apr 3, 2006 | 11:12 AM

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I like Autolites,..you could spend more but why. For your aluminum heads, 3924 is a good start,..3926 is a bit hotter if you need it.

My opinion

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Apr 3, 2006 | 11:34 AM

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in my experience, the ac delco's seem to last the longest. the race guys in town seem to prefer the autolites.

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Apr 3, 2006 | 12:30 PM

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hi, thanks for the advices...where could i find the autolites range? thanks/Giu

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Apr 3, 2006 | 12:34 PM

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I am using the Accel 765 in my 406 with AFR heads.

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Apr 3, 2006 | 03:12 PM

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Here's a link to Autolite:

http://www.autolite.com/

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