Cleanest way to run spark plug wires on a 455....

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  1. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    What's the cleanest way to run spark plug wires on a 455 with headers...
    How does it run from the factory....
    Also has hei unit...
    Looking for pics and ideas
    Thanks..
     
    OHC JOE, Feb 24, 2016
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  2. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.


    I routed mine with factory style looms which were purchased at NAPA.
     

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  3. Chi-Town67

    Chi-Town67 Gold Level Contributor

    Man that looks sweet! I'll bet that motor fools a lot of people that don't know any better. :cool:
     
    Chi-Town67, Feb 24, 2016
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  4. LARRY70GS

    LARRY70GS a.k.a. "THE WIZARD" Staff Member


    I don't think headers really affect running plug wires cleanly with the BBB. You'll want to use the factory wire looms that fit onto the 2 lower valve cover bolts. As mentioned, you can get them at NAPA stores or virtually any parts store that carries the "HELP" line. I have never seen any box stock wire set that fit perfectly. To get a plug wire set to fit right, you will need to buy a universal set. You cut the distributor end to length, then install the metal plugs with a tool they give you in the set. It is not hard to do. I recommend the 8.5mm MSD Super Conductor wire. It will be the last plug wire set you buy. This set has both STD and HEI distributor ends, so it will work for you.

    http://www.summitracing.com/parts/msd-31193

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    LARRY70GS, Feb 24, 2016
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  5. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    Sweet I will take a look at the auto parts store... Help section
     
    OHC JOE, Feb 24, 2016
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  6. Mr. Sunset

    Mr. Sunset Platinum Level Contributor

    that motor is stunning and simple at the same time. If you know what your looking at stunning, if not simple. nice work.
     
    Mr. Sunset, Feb 24, 2016
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  7. cjeboyle

    cjeboyle Gold Level Contributor

    I am looking at these pics thinking "Why do I see so much header? Mine are kind of hard to see. Wait, What? Ohh! That's freaking awesome."
    Cliff
     
    cjeboyle, Feb 24, 2016
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  8. rkammer

    rkammer Gold Level Contributor

    Here's mine on a '71 GS455. Same routing as the others. Mine does have the P.S. pump. If you are looking for total originality, these wires are concourse correct for show cars if you are using the original points system or electronic conversion (but, not HEI).

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  9. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    This is the way we use to have my dad's....
     

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  10. No Lift

    No Lift Platinum Level Contributor

    Darn red floor is nicer than my engine!:grin:
     
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  11. telriv

    telriv Founders Club Member

    IF you do end up using a universal/make them yourself set, rather than the straight out plug ends get the ones that have a 45* angle so they will be farther away from he headers heat.
    Just my opinion.


    Tom T.
     
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  12. 71GS455N25

    71GS455N25 Silver Level contributor

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  13. afracer

    afracer Well-Known Member

    Help! Part number for the spark plug wire holders???
     
    afracer, Feb 24, 2016
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  14. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    That looks clean ....
     
    OHC JOE, Feb 24, 2016
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  15. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.


    I bought mine at NAPA, part # 735-1437, cost was $2.49 each (only 1 per package, I added the 2nd item into the package in this photo) so you will need to order qty 4) so my total cost for 4 with tax was $10.88.

    You will also need 4 of these valve cover bolts with the long stud.

    http://www.napaonline.com/napa/en/p/NDP7351437_0157508897

    You can also get them from Dorman #40281 in the "HELP!" section for less money at Amazon, Rock Auto or O'Reilly Auto parts:

    http://www.amazon.com/Dorman-40281-Spark-Plug-Retainers/dp/B000630ATW
    https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=584639&jsn=7
    http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/d...ap?ck=Search_N0606_-1_1031&pt=N0606&ppt=C0150
     

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  16. eganddg

    eganddg Well-Known Member

    I did the same but ordered mine through GM. I will have to see if they are still available. It was a few years ago when I bought them.
     

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  17. killrbuick66455

    killrbuick66455 Well-Known Member

    This is how i ran mine
     

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    killrbuick66455, Feb 25, 2016
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  18. afracer

    afracer Well-Known Member

    Awesome! Thanks! In stock at my local O'Reillys for $3... Ive been wanting to get new ones and never saw them anywhere.
     
    afracer, Feb 25, 2016
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  19. mjc455

    mjc455 Member

    What car does engine pictured go with , I don't see in your profile unless something changed ?
     
    mjc455, Feb 25, 2016
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  20. rkammer

    rkammer Gold Level Contributor

    Gary, the package says 6mm on it. Do they hold the 7mm or 8mm wires OK?
     
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