Quick Question....Spark plug gap????
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Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (QuickVet)
.035
What is your iginition? I believe some of the electronic ignitions with a highpowered coil (Specifically thinking of Pertronix) allow you to use a wider gap if you want. MJ
What is your iginition? I believe some of the electronic ignitions with a highpowered coil (Specifically thinking of Pertronix) allow you to use a wider gap if you want. MJ
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From: CT
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (dgruenke)
ok thanks for your help. I put them in the car at 40 because i wasnt sure. we see how it runs tomorrow. thanks for your help.
if im way off let me know. I can still change em again ;)
the ignition is an MSD HEI. thanks
if im way off let me know. I can still change em again ;)
the ignition is an MSD HEI. thanks
Le Mans Master
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From: absecon nj
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (QuickVet)
i thought i saw it was 35 some where not sure ill look again
Spark Plugs:
MR43LTS Gap .045, AC FR5LS Gap .035, Rapid Fire #5 Gap .045. http://www.sallee-chevrolet.com/Chev...ckV8s/355.html
[Modified by pats406nitrovette, 9:20 PM 4/5/2002]
Spark Plugs:
MR43LTS Gap .045, AC FR5LS Gap .035, Rapid Fire #5 Gap .045. http://www.sallee-chevrolet.com/Chev...ckV8s/355.html
[Modified by pats406nitrovette, 9:20 PM 4/5/2002]
Drifting
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Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (QuickVet)
The same as any small or large block Chevy that uses a HEI Distributor so the same as your L82 was when stock
With a hot ignition system the rule of thumb is wider gap for town use/mild performance.For racing in high compression engines,narrow the gap to prevent misfire and or blown out spark at high RPM.
A Vertex Mag works best at.022 with a cold plug
With a hot ignition system the rule of thumb is wider gap for town use/mild performance.For racing in high compression engines,narrow the gap to prevent misfire and or blown out spark at high RPM.
A Vertex Mag works best at.022 with a cold plug
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From: CT
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (4_inch_Bore)
according to Chilton's...
.035 all 1963-1974
.060 all 1975-1976
.045 all 1977-1984
.035 all 1963-1974
.060 all 1975-1976
.045 all 1977-1984
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Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (4_inch_Bore)
Quote:
"060 all 1975-1976"
That has since been changed back to .045
Quote"
"that is if your not modified correct? when you have new heads you gotta go by the plug that fits that head, correct"
Correct !
[Modified by mountainmotor, 9:09 PM 4/5/2002]
"060 all 1975-1976"
That has since been changed back to .045
Quote"
"that is if your not modified correct? when you have new heads you gotta go by the plug that fits that head, correct"
Correct !
[Modified by mountainmotor, 9:09 PM 4/5/2002]
Burning Brakes
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From: South San Francisco CA
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (QuickVet)
I've found that widening the gap in spark plugs seems to make the car run better with this crummy fuel that we must use. My '69 427/435 calls for a .035" gap but I run mine at .045". At .035" the car wants to run a bit rich and just by opening the gap in the plugs, it runs like a champ. I've been doing this for almost 20 years and so far, no ill effects.
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From: Peabody,MA,USA
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (fontking1a)
I have been told by engine builders, racers, and performance part store owners that a .035 gap is good no matter what ignition you have or what mods have been done.
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From: Fountain Hills AZ
Re: Quick Question....Spark plug gap???? (QuickVet)
The main consideration when deciding the gap is the ignition being used, the compression ratio, and the anticipated rpm. Most electronic ignitions allow for a wider gap, which is usually benefitial at lower rpm but too much gap can be a problem at high rpm. The instructions for my MSD box recommended gaps from .040 - .060 depending on cr, higher cr's using less gap. If you don't want to experiment, set `em at .045 and you should be ok.
