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Old 01-17-2008, 08:54 AM   #1
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Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

Hoping someone could shed some light , about to swap in an HEI and wondering about plug choices . Far as I know its a stock ls9 255hp 350
should I start with factory spec plugs ? AC ? thanks
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Old 01-17-2008, 12:10 PM   #2
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Re: Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

Use what is specified & set the gap a little wider like .045.
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Old 01-17-2008, 02:45 PM   #3
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Re: Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

I'm pretty sure I am running AC Delco R45TS gapped at .045 and thats what the HEI calls for.

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Old 01-17-2008, 03:57 PM   #4
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Re: Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

Can't recall which Delcos I am using, but they are the stock ones -- gapped at .045.

Been using this combo for quite a few years now...
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Old 01-20-2008, 12:22 AM   #5
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Re: Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

i used basic autolite plugs, gap is set at .45. at autozone, i use the omnisaprk wires from a 79 chevy because they have 90 degree boots on both ends. never had a problem. HEI with 350, headers
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Old 01-20-2008, 05:28 PM   #6
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Re: Spark plugs for 70 350 w/ HEI

I have AC R44TS, gapped at .045 in a '71 Jimmy [350 '98 crate].
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