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We`re rooting for you Liamski!!!!

The search didnt help. How in the heck do you get the boot off the #8 plug? I think I have enough extension and swivel for the plug, but I could use some tips. I have a plug cap removal tool, but its still too short to get between the brake lines for my hand. Im thinking about a piece of tubing to s...

I realized it is a very tight fit. I used my feet and a rubber mallet on the pointy outside edge. You have to slowly work it in place all around the wheel. I know its scary trying to avoid denting the cap.

Everything was easy to install. It does seem to run smoother and respond a bit better. The hard part is going to be changing the plugs!!!! I miss my Chevys!!!

I saw that also. I went to NAPA and bought the relay. I hope to put all that stuff on this weekend.

Thanks for the clarification, that makes sense. Bob, how did you find a pic of my car!!?? Im slowly doing my engine compartment. Got the air filter housing done.

How much does a BIT of dirt or wear matter in judging? As I type this Im thinking this is about as dumb a question as it gets, but thats what I do sometimes. I know originality is key, but is absolute newness and cleanliness just as important?

Well how the heck did you do that!? I was hoping, but when I checkd the voltage to the coil, it was about 6ish. Im just glad I can do this from under the hood. I plan to install everything some time this week, and hope it helps with the rough idle and finicky starting.

I can email you the stuff Pertronix sent me on how to wire the resistor if you would like. There are 2 pdf`s that describe the wiring great. My email is flilawsa@msn.com

Which wire are you referring to Jaylan? The resistor wire is under the dash and creates a drop in voltage to around 6ish to the coil when the car starts. it keeps the coil from burning up. With some upgraded ignition systems the coils need a full 12 volts. I think that`s kinda right,,,, What I dont ...

I dont know if this will help, but my mechanic did a bypass with the vacuum hoses that is very simple. It changes the system from AC to heat by just changing 2 hoses. Its a temporary fix to get you by? Its Steve Mills Racing in Colo Spgs Colo. 719-578-9288. Tell him Frank with the 66 bird sent you. ...

I think I found my own solution. Spoke with Pertronix and they have a kit thats all underhood to bypass resistor wire. I went to NAPA and got a relay. Pertronix sent me a wiring diagram. One inch square black box and a few wires. Can revert back to stock easily as the ignition wire isnt tampered wit...

Got the Ignitor and Flamethrower coil. What is the easiest way to bypass the resistor wire? Make a replacement wire to snap in where the pink wire is under the dash? I havent looked under the dash at all yet, so I dont know what to expect. I hover between the right, easiest, and sometimes cleverest ...

Did you make anything fancy out of the zebra skin? Or do I really want to know!? Looks great!!

I didnt change things much, but a little bit helps,,


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