I got headers whats the best way to route wires?

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Mar 10, 2001 | 09:56 AM
  #1  
I got some SLP headers on the way and I was wondering you guys think would be to route the spark plug wires over or under? and maybe what brand you recommend?

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91 Camaro Z/28 5.7
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Mar 10, 2001 | 01:55 PM
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Z28,

Try the center bolt wire looms from Made for You. You can get them from Summit or Jegs. They are a bit pricey, but look really cool. I have an older set of SLP headers and the wires don't touch the tubes.

As for wires, I've always liked Taylor. A universal set (you put together) will cost about $50. It's nice to make your own wires, it always fits better! Don't forget to use 90 degree plug boots.

Barry Izold
89 TA, GTA
Modded 350/T-5
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Mar 11, 2001 | 10:23 AM
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Run the wires over or from the top down.

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92 Camaro RS LO3, 5-spd, T-tops
Performance:
SLP 1 3/4" Headers (Coated by Paul Barry Motorsports), Flowmaster Catback Exhaust, Fastchip Performance PROM, Centerforce Dual Friction Clutch, Xact 8mm wires, Open Air Element w/K&N Filter, Z28 Grille w/aftmkt fog lamps
Electronics:
Alpine 8030 Alarm System, Valentine One Radar Detector (How did I ever drive without one?), Pioneer DEH 7450 Head Unit w/6-pack CD changer, Pioneer DEQ 7600 Sound Processor, 2 Kenwood KAC-846 Amps powering 2 12" Pro Red subs, 2 Pioneer 6x9 and 2 MTX 4x6 speakers.
NEXT UP: TBI mods, Edelbrock performer intake
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Mar 12, 2001 | 02:47 PM
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I ran mine over the valve covers for 2 reasons: easier to keep them from getting burned, and it looks cool. I used the Made For You looms and Taylor 8mm cut-to-fit wires with 90-degree boots. You can see pix at:

http://www.erols.com/gcwestph/Headers.html

The wires still look and feel brand new after 2 1/2 years of daily driving. I have well over an inch of clearance between the wires and header tubes. I recently installed some of those MSD wire connectors that hold 2 wires together. They come in a package of 16 and hold each pair of wires together neatly.

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Greg Westphal
'87 IROC 305TPI/A4
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Mar 12, 2001 | 05:04 PM
  #5  
Thanks everyone

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91 Camaro Z/28 5.7
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