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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 08:25 AM
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HEI wires over valve cover or under headers

Guys,
Which one spark plug wire sets would be longer or the better choice.
the over the valve cover or under the header wires spark plug wire set?
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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 09:07 AM
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Under the header would be longer.

There may be exceptions, but at least for the Hooker 2055's that I used, over the valve cover made for a cleaner install, with less of a possibility of wire damage from heat.
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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 10:13 AM
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Re: HEI wires over valve cover or under headers

Thanks. I figure go with the experience that other have tried.
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