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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 11:59 AM

Is this the factory spark plug retainer? If so can I buy this one from any vendors or is it only a part i have to find used?I have seen the other styles for sale which are the one that holds the 2 wires under that heat shields and the ones that bolt to back of block that holds the 4 wires for each side. Any info would be appreciated. Pics would help a lot of exactly where this retainer attaches on the engine. Thanks
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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 05:44 PM

Ttt
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**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 10:19 PM

Here's the one on my '72 with automatic. The one on my '71 k10 with 4 speed is like the one in your pic only it points forward rather then back to the firewall like yours. Camaro vendors sell both styles.
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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 10:21 PM

Thanks I have that same bracket. I just took that pic off from the forum not my bracket. Just missing the black wire clip on top. What does the one on the other side of the engine look like. Do you have any other pics. I am working on my truck now and trying to figure the correct routing. Thanks
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**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 10:46 PM

Here are two more let me know if you need a certain angle
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**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 10:49 PM

I just now realized we basically have the same 72 according to our sigs
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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 10:54 PM

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I just now realized we basically have the same 72 according to our sigs
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O wow we sure do have almost identical trucks. Those pics helped a lot. Thanks a bunch!
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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 11:22 PM

Do you have a pic of the retainer that bolts on oil pan and heat shields? Do the wires go behind motor mount or in front? Thanks again
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**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 11:40 PM

I didn't see any on the oil pan, maybe I'm missing that one. First pic is drivers side, second is pass.
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**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 11:41 PM

Both are above motor mounts
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1972SUPERSB · 03-18-2013, 11:46 PM

Great thanks again!
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vectorit · 03-18-2013, 11:48 PM

I really like the OE wire retainers, though they only work well with 7mm wires.

8mm wires are too fat for them, unless there is someone that makes them specifically for 8mm.

**med.bronze** · 03-18-2013, 11:52 PM

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I really like the OE wire retainers, though they only work well with 7mm wires.

8mm wires are too fat for them, unless there is someone that makes them specifically for 8mm.

Ya, I don't know if anyone makes them for 8mm either
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1972SUPERSB · 03-19-2013, 12:29 AM

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I didn't see any on the oil pan, maybe I'm missing that one. First pic is drivers side, second is pass.
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Looks like that bolt is loose on motor mount on driver side. Just thought I would let you know.
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**FirstOwner69** · 03-19-2013, 01:45 AM

Here's a picture that shows the clip on the oil pan (one on each side). I don't have the heat shields mounted since this is a GMPP crate engine and does not have tapped holes for the shield bolts.

**med.bronze** · 03-19-2013, 09:17 AM

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Looks like that bolt is loose on motor mount on driver side. Just thought I would let you know.
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Thanks. Ya, it's loose because i had to take off the power steering pump.

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1972SUPERSB · 03-19-2013, 09:19 AM

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Thanks. Ya, it's loose because i had to take off the power steering pump.

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O ok cool.
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03-18-2013, 11:59 AM	#1
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Spark plug wire retainers Is this the factory spark plug retainer? If so can I buy this one from any vendors or is it only a part i have to find used?I have seen the other styles for sale which are the one that holds the 2 wires under that heat shields and the ones that bolt to back of block that holds the 4 wires for each side. Any info would be appreciated. Pics would help a lot of exactly where this retainer attaches on the engine. Thanks Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

03-18-2013, 05:44 PM	#2
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Ttt Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

03-18-2013, 10:19 PM	#3
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Here's the one on my '72 with automatic. The one on my '71 k10 with 4 speed is like the one in your pic only it points forward rather then back to the firewall like yours. Camaro vendors sell both styles. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 10:21 PM	#4
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Thanks I have that same bracket. I just took that pic off from the forum not my bracket. Just missing the black wire clip on top. What does the one on the other side of the engine look like. Do you have any other pics. I am working on my truck now and trying to figure the correct routing. Thanks Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

03-18-2013, 10:46 PM	#5
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Here are two more let me know if you need a certain angle Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 10:47 PM	#6
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 10:49 PM	#7
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers I just now realized we basically have the same 72 according to our sigs Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 11:22 PM	#9
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Do you have a pic of the retainer that bolts on oil pan and heat shields? Do the wires go behind motor mount or in front? Thanks again Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

03-18-2013, 11:40 PM	#10
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers I didn't see any on the oil pan, maybe I'm missing that one. First pic is drivers side, second is pass. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 11:41 PM	#11
med.bronze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Laurel, Mt. Posts: 522	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Both are above motor mounts Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 SWB,bucket seats,dealer cruise,tilt,tac,a/c,shoulder belts, 350/350 1971 K-10 Custom Deluxe 1971 K-10 Custom

03-18-2013, 11:46 PM	#12
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Great thanks again! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

03-18-2013, 11:48 PM	#13
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Spark plug wire retainers I really like the OE wire retainers, though they only work well with 7mm wires. 8mm wires are too fat for them, unless there is someone that makes them specifically for 8mm. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

03-19-2013, 01:45 AM	#16
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,852	Re: Spark plug wire retainers Here's a picture that shows the clip on the oil pan (one on each side). I don't have the heat shields mounted since this is a GMPP crate engine and does not have tapped holes for the shield bolts. Attached Images

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