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ctucker · 01-31-2009, 01:48 PM

I have a 71 with the 350. Its converted over to the HEI but I have the older style manifolds where the plugs go under the manifold. I am trying to change my wires out but cant seem to find what I need anywhere. I need a 90 degree boot to plug into the HEI and i need straight boots that are at least 2 inches long to plug into the spark plugs. Anyone know the brand and possible year for the wires im looking for? The parts store has ordered about 4 different pairs so far with no luck!

cdowns · 01-31-2009, 02:54 PM

i've always used taylor wires they have about any kind you can imagine but you need to cut and fit and install the dizzy ends yourself// easy to do if you take your time ,they include the tool for attaching the ends// summit, speedway motors,jegs all carry them

Andy4639 · 01-31-2009, 03:02 PM

Advance sales the Accel 8mm wires that are a direct fit. Ninty degree HEI boot and straight plug boots that can be angled.

cparman · 01-31-2009, 03:24 PM

I bought a set of Taylor wires also. They are 90 degree at the spark plug. I ran the front two on each side between the motor mount and engine block, then made a little bracket to hold them near the oil pan rail. the rear two on each side have a plug wire separator on them. Then finished each end at the HEI. The distributor ends can be a bear to slip over the wire. I used a bit of liquid soap on the boot and the wire to help with this. They are nice and neat, look great

**mr48chev** · 01-31-2009, 03:35 PM

Mid/late 70's Corvette with ramhorn style manifolds. If you want to run the wires properly under the engine and through the motor mounts this is what you need.

I picked up a MSD set online but I would think all the major players make similar sets.

This is the set I got but I didn't get them from them if I remember right. http://www.partsamerica.com/productd...e=5004&PTSet=A They show to be for a 77 350 Corvette.

OhioDan · 01-31-2009, 06:09 PM

You want some 75 Vette 350 HEI plug wires. Got mine at NAPA. Forget the p/n. Here's a pic of how they run. You can get the plug wire retainers from about any of the venders on the board.

01-31-2009, 01:48 PM	#1
ctucker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: fort walton beach florida Posts: 242	Spark Plug Wire Help? I have a 71 with the 350. Its converted over to the HEI but I have the older style manifolds where the plugs go under the manifold. I am trying to change my wires out but cant seem to find what I need anywhere. I need a 90 degree boot to plug into the HEI and i need straight boots that are at least 2 inches long to plug into the spark plugs. Anyone know the brand and possible year for the wires im looking for? The parts store has ordered about 4 different pairs so far with no luck! __________________ ~Chris "If your not doing anything then do it quickly!"

01-31-2009, 02:54 PM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Spark Plug Wire Help? i've always used taylor wires they have about any kind you can imagine but you need to cut and fit and install the dizzy ends yourself// easy to do if you take your time ,they include the tool for attaching the ends// summit, speedway motors,jegs all carry them __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY Last edited by cdowns; 01-31-2009 at 02:55 PM.

01-31-2009, 03:02 PM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Spark Plug Wire Help? Advance sales the Accel 8mm wires that are a direct fit. Ninty degree HEI boot and straight plug boots that can be angled. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-31-2009, 03:24 PM	#4
cparman sharp as a marble Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: atlantic beach,florida Posts: 1,082	Re: Spark Plug Wire Help? I bought a set of Taylor wires also. They are 90 degree at the spark plug. I ran the front two on each side between the motor mount and engine block, then made a little bracket to hold them near the oil pan rail. the rear two on each side have a plug wire separator on them. Then finished each end at the HEI. The distributor ends can be a bear to slip over the wire. I used a bit of liquid soap on the boot and the wire to help with this. They are nice and neat, look great

01-31-2009, 03:35 PM	#5
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,641	Re: Spark Plug Wire Help? Mid/late 70's Corvette with ramhorn style manifolds. If you want to run the wires properly under the engine and through the motor mounts this is what you need. I picked up a MSD set online but I would think all the major players make similar sets. This is the set I got but I didn't get them from them if I remember right. http://www.partsamerica.com/productd...e=5004&PTSet=A They show to be for a 77 350 Corvette.

01-31-2009, 06:09 PM	#6
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: Spark Plug Wire Help? You want some 75 Vette 350 HEI plug wires. Got mine at NAPA. Forget the p/n. Here's a pic of how they run. You can get the plug wire retainers from about any of the venders on the board. Attached Images __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started. Last edited by OhioDan; 01-31-2009 at 06:10 PM.



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