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Old Jan 26, 2006 | 05:23 PM
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the backgound-I have a punched out 302 to a 306 with stock but ported heads and a gt-40 valve train

The question- what should I gap my plugs, and are there any suggested replacement plugs that anyone can suggest
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Old Jan 27, 2006 | 02:08 AM
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Generally speaking you want to use cooler plugs for a higher performance engine. There named cold plugs becausethey have shorter insulatornoses, to expel heat.

It should be in the .45 inch range on a normally aspirated engine and around .29-.35 inch on cars running forced induction. its a good idea to coat the threads with an anti seize compound befor installation.
Old Jan 27, 2006 | 03:27 AM
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ORIGINAL: 87GTHO

Generally speaking you want to use cooler plugs for a higher performance engine. There named cold plugs becausethey have shorter insulatornoses, to expel heat.

It should be in the .45 inch range on a normally aspirated engine and around .29-.35 inch on cars running forced induction. its a good idea to coat the threads with an anti seize compound befor installation.
Also use Dilectric grease on the plug boots. Makes it easier to remove them when you change the plugs.
Old Jan 29, 2006 | 03:33 PM
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Thanks for the advice. Its been about 32,000 miles on these same plugs and wires, its time.
Old Jan 29, 2006 | 03:49 PM
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No problem , Im in the same boat as you are, i just got some new msd wires, a new cap and rotor and blaster coil.
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