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Old Oct 26, 2002 | 05:53 PM
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Spark plug + wires change...HELP

I am planning on changing my spark plugs and wires tomorrow and was wondering how hard its going to be and how long it should take. I believe I have all the required tools. I have changed spark plugs and wires before but not on a Camaro. Can anyone give me any tips or hints that may make my job more successful?

I have a 1992 Chevy Camaro RS TBI, V8
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Old Oct 26, 2002 | 10:02 PM
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Make sure you have a decent gap gauge and an open end wrench to fit the hex collar on the spark plug socket. You'll probably need to use the wrench instead of the ratchet on #6 and #8.

This would be a good time to test teh plug wire resistance, too. Plan on a couple hours for the whole job.
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Old Oct 26, 2002 | 10:11 PM
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Just depends on how many times you've changed plugs before. It could take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour. make sure to route the wires underneath the manifolds. Not too many people do this and end up wondering why there is an extra 2 feet of wire. Good luck.
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Old Oct 27, 2002 | 07:06 AM
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Originally posted by No4NJunk
make sure to route the wires underneath the manifolds. Not too many people do this and end up wondering why there is an extra 2 feet of wire. Good luck.
Please explain what you mean by rotating the wires...
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Old Oct 27, 2002 | 07:45 AM
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Originally posted by The_Prostitute
Please explain what you mean by rotating the wires...
He said route not rotate. He means to position the wires under the manifolds rather than above them.
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