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dave350v8
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Hi,Im using block hugger headers on my chevy v8 powered capri, Ive used shorty style plugs,the plug boots are still very close to headers are these going to burn,what else can i do?


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THE SMOKING GNU
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What about using exhaust wrap?
I do erratically, often with bits falling off.
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Post by stevieturbo »

With good quality leads....as long as there ia bout a 10mm air gap, you should be fine.

sometimes wrapping the leads in insulation can make them worse, as they retain any heat....and melt.
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Post by dave350v8 »

The boots are about 1/4 inch away from some of the pipes! good idea about exhaust wrap it may do it,never used it before!
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