Choosing the right plug wires.

[subcrx]

I have an 87 OMC Cobra with a small block chevy. I was wondering if anyone can suggest some good plug wires. I'm willing to spend good money on a high quality set.

 

[Howard Sterndrive]

Re: Choosing the right plug wires.

if you have the original distributor, Rockauto has the Prestolite Pro-connect 118039 set on clearance for $8

I always just search for a 70 Chevelle or Corvette or whatever with a 350 and see what's on clearance.
Spark plug wires on a car are going through hell every day (700 degree manifolds, road salt, sub-zero temps in the winter, etc.)
On a boat, plug wires are in paradise (cool manifolds, no winters, enclosed engine room)

 

[Redrig]

Re: Choosing the right plug wires.

if you have the original distributor, Rockauto has the Prestolite Pro-connect 118039 set on clearance for $8

I always just search for a 70 Chevelle or Corvette or whatever with a 350 and see what's on clearance.
Spark plug wires on a car are going through hell every day (700 degree manifolds, road salt, sub-zero temps in the winter, etc.)
On a boat, plug wires are in paradise (cool manifolds, no winters, enclosed engine room)

Arent car wires too short ? I tried using a set and the only way they would work would be to take them straight over the manifolds.

not routed around them like stock

 

[subcrx]

Re: Choosing the right plug wires.

Good question, The ones on there now are pretty tight. Especially the coil wire. It pops off if I touch it at all.