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Old 06-30-2013, 06:13 PM
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What brands do i have to choose from or will any brand work?

I know I need to get a universal cut to fit set. I don't know if some brands do or don't give enough plug wire to go clear over the valve cover and back down to the plug though. Am I pretty well set no matter where I go for them or do I need to get certain kits?
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I have an MSD otvc set and am pretty happy with them. You can also just buy 25ft of wire from an auto parts store and cut to fit.

If you go to MSD's website, they have a catalog with pictures of all the part numbers for different lengths of bulk wire, boots, terminals, etc.
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Originally Posted by AdsoYo
I have an MSD otvc set and am pretty happy with them. You can also just buy 25ft of wire from an auto parts store and cut to fit.

If you go to MSD's website, they have a catalog with pictures of all the part numbers for different lengths of bulk wire, boots, terminals, etc.
alright thanks for the info, I didnt know auto parts stores had bulk spark plug wire on hand 0.o lol
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Summit and Jeg's both sell bulk quantities of plug wire including MSD. Sometimes the thicker wires are too fat to make it through the accessory brackets. U may find the stock replacement wires have the opti terminals molded on where u will have to use slip over boots for custom wires. I found i needed to practice my cuts and crimps before getting a good terminal crimp but i use my NAPA plug wire pliers for both cutting and crimping. Once u get the nack u will always want to cut your own custom length wires because u can add heat shields for the headers and route them where u need them. Replace a burned wire when needed too.

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PCM for less sells a otvc kit in two different wire sizes. I have been using the 7mm kit for two years now.
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Originally Posted by Rodinator1234
PCM for less sells a otvc kit in two different wire sizes. I have been using the 7mm kit for two years now.
naw, i think its worth the cost to buy cut to fit... im fresh outa college

i found the bulk wire on summit

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I have had good luck with taylor brand, they also offer packs of opti-spark ends
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I had firecore make me a set after I gave them lengths. Pretty sure SS_RRR make sure he'll never make another lt1 set though.
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Originally Posted by speed_demon24
I had firecore make me a set after I gave them lengths. Pretty sure SS_RRR make sure he'll never make another lt1 set though.
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