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Old March 9th, 2018, 07:39 AM
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Recommendation - 72 350 spark plug wires?

Hi guys, have seen a few discussions here on spark plugs (and as a result I have picked up some NGK XR4's), but have not seen the same for plug wires (sorry if I missed them in my brief searching). Have a 72 Cutlass Supreme 350, and wondering what a good set of wires would be. Since the engine is basically stock (and as such not really high-performance), I'm guessing most will probably work fine, but I was thinking more along the lines of proper length/fit, etc. So, what have you guys had good luck with?
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Old March 9th, 2018, 07:49 AM
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Most decent wire sets are do-it-yourself kits that will require you to custom fit them to your motor. 8mm would be the minimum thickness I'd go with, but there are heavier wire sets available - Accel, MSD, Taylor are all fairly popular performance upgrade choices.
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Old March 9th, 2018, 07:54 AM
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Points style or HEI distributor?
For points any 7mm precut set listed for Oldsmobile sbo will work from your local auto parts store. Male ditributor end.
For HEI, I like Taylor Spiro pro 8mm sets. Female distributor end.
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Old March 9th, 2018, 08:06 AM
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Sorry, points
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Old March 9th, 2018, 08:27 AM
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I think Lectric Limited can set you up with an excellent product.
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Old March 9th, 2018, 11:06 AM
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Standard Packard style OEM wires will work well with points or step up to Taylor Spiral core wires. The factory crimp is what I like on both ends. The make your own wires **** me off when you go to remove the wire after its baked on after a year and the DIY crimp always pulls off the end of the wire...fun...and I have the correct crimping tool.
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