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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 10:19 AM
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Default Performance Plugs & Wires?

I need to put my '01 Coupe in the shop for some regular maintenance, and was thinking that plugs and wires might be a good "next mod" to do while she's in the shop.

Any recommendations? Are there real performance boosts to be had from this mod?


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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 10:25 AM
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Default Re: Performance Plugs & Wires? (Monkeyboy)

Yea...I want to know about this as well!!! What about the NOLOGY wires etc???? worth it or no???? :cheers:
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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 12:40 PM
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Default Re: Performance Plugs & Wires? (Monkeyboy)

Just swapped out mine for the MSD Superconductor wires and NGK Iridium Plugs. :thumbs: Am very very happy with the results. :D The MSD's can re-use the stock heat shields which is nice. When I was removing the stock wires, a few of them disintegrated and were falling apart in my hands. :eek:
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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 12:45 PM
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Ineresting.
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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 02:03 PM
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Default Re: Performance Plugs & Wires? (Monkeyboy)

Are there real performance boosts to be had from this mod?
While there aren't any major performance boosts, it will "Revitalize" your car and make it run smoother, improve throttle response, gas mileage, etc. It's definately worth the time and money. :yesnod:
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Old Apr 16, 2003 | 02:34 PM
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Default Re: Performance Plugs & Wires? (RskyBns)

MSDs and Denso Iridiums.. :D


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