Should I upgrade plugs/wires?
12-04-2003, 02:07 PM
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Should I upgrade plugs/wires? I'm going to be getting a set of LT headers and I'm wondering if I should also replace my plugs and wires with NGK55 and 8mm taylor wires. My 00 Camaro Z28 only has 20,000 miles.
My perf mods include: Pacesetter LT, ORY, Vig 3200 converter, SLP lid, and speed inc basic tune. Future mods: TR224 cam, heads upgrade, LS6 intake.
My perf mods include: Pacesetter LT, ORY, Vig 3200 converter, SLP lid, and speed inc basic tune. Future mods: TR224 cam, heads upgrade, LS6 intake.
12-04-2003, 02:10 PM
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I also have headers on order and plan to do the plugs and wires. It will make it much easier. I would if I were you. The stockers are known to be gapped all over hell.
12-04-2003, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by MadIceV8
I'm going to be getting a set of LT headers and I'm wondering if I should also replace my plugs and wires with NGK55 and 8mm taylor wires. My 00 Camaro Z28 only has 20,000 miles.
My perf mods include: Pacesetter LT, ORY, Vig 3200 converter, SLP lid, and speed inc basic tune. Future mods: TR224 cam, heads upgrade, LS6 intake.
My perf mods include: Pacesetter LT, ORY, Vig 3200 converter, SLP lid, and speed inc basic tune. Future mods: TR224 cam, heads upgrade, LS6 intake.
..... but no need to replace the wires .... the stock ones work just fine ...... and with 20,000 miles u dont have to think about changing the wires 
12-04-2003, 06:25 PM
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Well I went over and talked to Jon and he said I didn't need O2 sims since I had them tune it a while back for my converter and said it should already be tuned for the O2's... So I was pretty happy to save that $80 . Since I did I figured I'd still go ahead and get the taylor wires and the NGK55's.
I also purchased a 160 T-stat since my fans are on almost 24/7 with the stock T-stat because of the converter (even with transcooler).
. Since I did I figured I'd still go ahead and get the taylor wires and the NGK55's. I also purchased a 160 T-stat since my fans are on almost 24/7 with the stock T-stat because of the converter (even with transcooler).
12-04-2003, 08:48 PM
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I just installed my KOOKs LTs last weekend. I spent 200 bucks at LS1 Speed, got in on their GP for plugs and wires for 74 bucks. Got a set of TR55s, and a set of Taylor Thundervolt wires. I figured why the hell not, the price was cheap enough. The O2 sensors + extensions is what really cost money. I've never installed pacesetters, but my LTs were the biggest bitch to install. The install was spread out over 2 days, 11-3PM both days and I had to come back the third day to put in my plugs and wires. Didn't pull off the steering shaft, or grind down the infamous tab on the block. But I didn't have to to pull the filter. So while your at it, go get yourself a filter and Mobil 1.
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12-04-2003, 08:53 PM
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Ah yes, the pain of LT installs. I've helped on a couple of them, and I didn't have fun. My mids were VERY easy to install though. I think a monkey could have done it. 
I like the stock wires, but when they get older I'll put some 10.4mm on. I always use NGK TR55 plugs. I've tried gaps of .050 to .060 and I see no real difference...
I like the stock wires, but when they get older I'll put some 10.4mm on. I always use NGK TR55 plugs. I've tried gaps of .050 to .060 and I see no real difference...
I didn't expect to gain that much from them, but at 6k this things makes crowds of people turn around and see what the hell just happened.
12-05-2003, 12:05 AM
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Yea I can't wait to have everything on the car. This is what I'm going to be doing over the next week (This isn't my daily car anymore so I can take my time).
-SLP LM is getting replaced with a fully polish magnaflow system (Polished everything myself).
-Coated Pacesetter LT's with ORY.
-Taylor 8mm wires
-NGK55 plugs
-160 T-Stat
-SLP LM is getting replaced with a fully polish magnaflow system (Polished everything myself).
-Coated Pacesetter LT's with ORY.
-Taylor 8mm wires
-NGK55 plugs
-160 T-Stat
12-05-2003, 04:40 AM
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Originally Posted by 2001CamaroGuy
I disagree with the "stock wires are good" idea. With 20K miles on my stock wires, I ordered a set of MSD 8.5mm wires. When I compared them with an ohm meter, the stock ones were 5-6 times as restrictive as the MSDs.
that depends on the weather ... but its up to u .... its not a necesseity
12-05-2003, 06:48 AM
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Originally Posted by 2001CamaroGuy
I disagree with the "stock wires are good" idea. With 20K miles on my stock wires, I ordered a set of MSD 8.5mm wires. When I compared them with an ohm meter, the stock ones were 5-6 times as restrictive as the MSDs.
12-05-2003, 08:29 AM
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Yeah, if the LS1 had a distributor and a single coil, the stock wires would leave some to be desired, but with the short wire and a coil for each plug, they'll get the job done.
BTW, I did a cam install for a buddy a few weeks ago, and pulled a stock wire apart (oops). I went to the dealer and bought a new one, $22!!! For one wire! Oh well.....funny thing is, I had my wife go pick it up (the first time) and the parts guy misundestood me and gave her a $7 spark plug....man these guys are ripping us off.
BTW, I did a cam install for a buddy a few weeks ago, and pulled a stock wire apart (oops). I went to the dealer and bought a new one, $22!!! For one wire! Oh well.....funny thing is, I had my wife go pick it up (the first time) and the parts guy misundestood me and gave her a $7 spark plug....man these guys are ripping us off.
