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NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 12:16 AM

Post some pics of your plug wires and how they're routed!
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rsavage · 12-04-2011, 12:29 AM

If you are running the stock ram horn exhaust manifolds, stock wires should run down the back of the block and underneath the manifolds.Wires for cylinders 1 and 3 and 2 and 4 actually run up through between the motor mount and the block. Wires have 90 degree plug ends. There are two 4 wire looms on the back L & R of the block and two sets of 2 wire looms that bolt to each side of the block. There is also a loop type holder on the side of the block to keep the front 4 cyl's wires from contacting the inside of the exhaust manifold outlet as they run forward along the block.

NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 12:31 AM

I've got headers, I just wanted to snag some ideas
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screamin_c10 · 12-04-2011, 01:18 AM

Whenever I score a set of Vortecs I grab the wire retainers as well... Drill them out for a 5/16 bolt and relocate them to the rear of the heads... they work great and its a free mod.

hayhauler71 · 12-04-2011, 01:20 AM

billet looms

mightymouse · 12-04-2011, 01:36 AM

here's mine . got msd wires from summit . and got free hold down clips with them.

**screaminchevypickup** · 12-04-2011, 01:37 AM

Under the headers look the best to me!!! That's how I run all my wires!!
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NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 02:10 AM

Clean engines there.guys ! Just gettin some ideas, I like everything I'm seeing !
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OhioDan · 12-04-2011, 11:02 AM

Don't mind the rusty exhaust manifolds. Here's mine. Second pic is how they're routed. Hope this helps?

OhioDan · 12-04-2011, 11:05 AM

OOps! Missed where it said you were running headers.

Flint70step · 12-04-2011, 11:35 AM

I ran my wires down below the headers and was able to arrange them so they did not touch each other.I think its a nice clean look and get compliments on a tidy engine bay.I've pulled my motor so these are the best pics I could find.My chief mechanic is obstructing the view badly in the first pic.

NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 02:27 PM

Flint, I like the wrench spacer on your Alt.
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big_al_71 · 12-04-2011, 07:57 PM

here are mine billet specialties holders and msd wires...

**thelonerife** · 12-04-2011, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by rsavage

There are two 4 wire looms on the back L & R of the block and two sets of 2 wire looms that bolt to each side of the block. There is also a loop type holder on the side of the block to keep the front 4 cyl's wires from contacting the inside of the exhaust manifold outlet as they run forward along the block.

Anybody have pics of where these clips go exactly?

**Tim Christian** · 12-04-2011, 08:12 PM

Hey thelonerife, I think those two bolt to the oil pan on the passenger side for the automatic trans line to clip to???? I think ????

**thelonerife** · 12-04-2011, 08:55 PM

I have the clip for the tranny lines on and I'm not sure I have it in the right place either.
These two hold the spark plug wires. i just don't know exactly where the bolt on.

Thanks. Tim.

NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 10:08 PM

I love these ideas, I'm thinking about going with looms, they are looking the best so far. I just have an issue because one of my wires has an issue with my headers, will post pictures tomorrow. They are hooker competition headers.
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0_71chevy · 12-04-2011, 10:51 PM

heres mine i spent some time routing them right i hate cluttered wires i'll snap a pic with the headers on tomorrow, thought i had a pic with the headers but guess not.

NewAge1970 · 12-04-2011, 11:03 PM

71chevy, I like the vortec. Crate engine, yes?
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0_71chevy · 12-05-2011, 02:45 PM

Yep vortec 350ho installing new headers and electric cut outs tonight

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NewAge1970 · 12-05-2011, 03:06 PM

Looks great man. Lemme know how it runs !
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0_71chevy · 12-05-2011, 07:53 PM

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Looks great man. Lemme know how it runs !
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She runs good just got it broke in, muffler shop tomorrow then the hopefully in the body shop this week. cant wait to get it on the road.

NewAge1970 · 12-05-2011, 07:56 PM

I can't wait to get mine back out, I've got a 355 with 2.02 alum heads and a high rise intake. Runs great, hard to keep traction.
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**slomotion** · 12-05-2011, 08:16 PM

See, now you guys are worried about heat, headers, clean routing, and brackets. The easiest way to keep the heat off your wires, is put the wires on one side, and the manifolds on the other.

NewAge1970 · 12-05-2011, 08:33 PM

That straight six looks great!
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12-04-2011, 12:16 AM	#1
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Let's see the plug wires! Post some pics of your plug wires and how they're routed! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-04-2011, 12:29 AM	#2
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Let's see the plug wires! If you are running the stock ram horn exhaust manifolds, stock wires should run down the back of the block and underneath the manifolds.Wires for cylinders 1 and 3 and 2 and 4 actually run up through between the motor mount and the block. Wires have 90 degree plug ends. There are two 4 wire looms on the back L & R of the block and two sets of 2 wire looms that bolt to each side of the block. There is also a loop type holder on the side of the block to keep the front 4 cyl's wires from contacting the inside of the exhaust manifold outlet as they run forward along the block. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

12-04-2011, 12:31 AM	#3
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! I've got headers, I just wanted to snag some ideas Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-04-2011, 01:18 AM	#4
screamin_c10 I dun gradjiated collij!!! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: St. Helens Oregon Posts: 1,751	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Whenever I score a set of Vortecs I grab the wire retainers as well... Drill them out for a 5/16 bolt and relocate them to the rear of the heads... they work great and its a free mod. Attached Images __________________ Built NOT Bought. Viper Red 1971 LWB C10 355 Vortec W/700R4 4/5 drop AKA Screamin' You are missed! 2006 F150 XLT 5.4L Triton Rollin' on 22s the "F1" 67 C20 PS/AC/327/TH400 we call 'er "Bessie" 67 Malibu PS/ZR1-LS1 Brakes/350 Vortec/700R4 2/2 drop on 18" 338s - Tracy's "Boo" Boosted '67 Cougar EFI 5.0 HO roller motor/T5/8.8 Tracloc/ 4 wheel disks - "Project Panther" 79 Honda Z50 - stretched, cafe'd and hotrodded 125CC Lifan/5spd FEAR THE MONKEY!

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12-04-2011, 01:37 AM	#7
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12-04-2011, 02:10 AM	#8
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Clean engines there.guys ! Just gettin some ideas, I like everything I'm seeing ! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-04-2011, 11:02 AM	#9
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Don't mind the rusty exhaust manifolds. Here's mine. Second pic is how they're routed. Hope this helps? 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.

12-04-2011, 11:05 AM	#10
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Re: Let's see the plug wires! OOps! Missed where it said you were running headers. __________________ 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.

12-04-2011, 11:35 AM	#11
Flint70step Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lake Travis,Texas Posts: 586	Re: Let's see the plug wires! I ran my wires down below the headers and was able to arrange them so they did not touch each other.I think its a nice clean look and get compliments on a tidy engine bay.I've pulled my motor so these are the best pics I could find.My chief mechanic is obstructing the view badly in the first pic. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super LWB 350/350 Factory A/C Tilt/Posi White/Med Red/White(on the way) 72 Custom Deluxe Burb(Arizona truck)Nice interior Great patina Project Patina Azul http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=467668

12-04-2011, 02:27 PM	#12
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Flint, I like the wrench spacer on your Alt. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-04-2011, 07:57 PM	#13
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12-04-2011, 08:12 PM	#15
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12-04-2011, 08:55 PM	#16
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: Let's see the plug wires! I have the clip for the tranny lines on and I'm not sure I have it in the right place either. These two hold the spark plug wires. i just don't know exactly where the bolt on. Thanks. Tim. Attached Images __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687



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12-04-2011, 10:08 PM	#17
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! I love these ideas, I'm thinking about going with looms, they are looking the best so far. I just have an issue because one of my wires has an issue with my headers, will post pictures tomorrow. They are hooker competition headers. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-04-2011, 10:51 PM	#18
0_71chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dahlonega, Georgia Posts: 66	Re: Let's see the plug wires! heres mine i spent some time routing them right i hate cluttered wires i'll snap a pic with the headers on tomorrow, thought i had a pic with the headers but guess not.

12-04-2011, 11:03 PM	#19
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! 71chevy, I like the vortec. Crate engine, yes? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

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0_71chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dahlonega, Georgia Posts: 66	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Yep vortec 350ho installing new headers and electric cut outs tonight Posted via Mobile Device

12-05-2011, 03:06 PM	#21
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! Looks great man. Lemme know how it runs ! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-05-2011, 07:56 PM	#23
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! I can't wait to get mine back out, I've got a 355 with 2.02 alum heads and a high rise intake. Runs great, hard to keep traction. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

12-05-2011, 08:16 PM	#24
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: Let's see the plug wires! See, now you guys are worried about heat, headers, clean routing, and brackets. The easiest way to keep the heat off your wires, is put the wires on one side, and the manifolds on the other. Attached Images __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."

12-05-2011, 08:33 PM	#25
NewAge1970 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Riverton Wyoming Posts: 93	Re: Let's see the plug wires! That straight six looks great! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "Its better to burn out than it is to rust!" '70 GMC C10 2wd. 2.02 aluminum heads. TH400 trans. 450WHP '04 Nissan 350z DD, Twin Turbo, 600whp, drag beast!

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