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Thanx Bob for your input, I'll do some research on all your suggestions, unless you or anyone knows the most favourable heat range / gap style / firing end metrics for my 400ci?
And 3/8" reach refers to what? The height of the insulated contact extending from the block?
Update, my mechanic said I need
1) spark plug wires with an abrupt 90 degree angle at their end, as well as
2) short stemmed plugs that don't protrude much from the engine block, because right now my plug heads and connected wires are painfully close to the headers. The fabric-like heat...
Thanks I think I'm all set!
Except I can't find the little doo-dads that ride on the valve cover bolt locations and elevate the spark plug wires away from the engine? Can anyone advise? Thanks in advance!
Hey as usual checking the forum for input before buying parts, looking for guidance / sourcing for replacement parts to partially tune up my 72 Satellite 400ci :
8 Plugs
8 Wires (would very much like silicone jacket)
8 of those brackets that mount on the valve cap screws and hold up the plug...
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I'm pretty sure vents are on drivers side not front of tank, possibly because my car was rebuilt as a 71 clone by last owner.
I'll look over everything again this weekend before ordering parts and booking service.
Roger that!
I'm I the US twice a month but I'll check national for pricing.
4 vents on mine. Do I have to keep these vents? What would happen if I got one without? The vents are presently cracked and the source of this trouble.
Thanks guys, I regret not getting back to this thread I started earlier... Based on feedback I shall aim to replace with OEM metal tank and keep original sending unit. Issues I would love input on:
1. Does anyone know of reputable garage in area of Grand Bend / Exeter / Forest, Ontario that...
I'm looking to replace the metal gas tank on my 72 Satellite with a plastic one. Presently it leaks.
I will have a local shop do the work, but likely I will order the part myself, that seems to save money and they don't mind.
Can anyone advise the best way to ensure proper fitment?
It's just...
I'd like to replace the linkages shown that have little torn boots, etc.
Does anyone firmly know which/what they are? Is there a better brand? I feel these didn't last long but I'm a recent owner.
Here is the drivers side: