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Old 05-03-2016, 10:35 AM   #3785
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Re: Restoring Rusty

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Originally Posted by enaberif View Post
Spark plug gap on a HEI Chevy should be .045 as .030 was for a points system. Yes using the wrong gap will make a vehicle run like absolute crap. When I put plugs in my truck they were gapped for .030 and I could not get it to run properly no matter what.
interesting, we are going to try all on .040 as per the GM Performance Spec sheet, but may bump it up to .045 as you recommend if needed

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Also doing vac gauge measurements I am pretty sure it should be on manifold vacuum not ported vacuum as should your distributors vacuum advance to get optimal performance.
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