I Just got new MSD 8.5mm super conductor wires and i was wondering what the stock gap should be and what i could put it up to with the new wires also is there any benifits of this or any dangers? o and its an 01 1500 5.9 360 THANKS GUYS!!!

 

I have mine set at .040. I believe stock spec is .035 to .040.

 

i believe it can be set at 60 after the msd stuff

 

What do you think of the wires? worth it?

 

I just put in new plugs and the Super Conducter wires and am also wondering if I was supposed to change the stock gap of .040 to something else, thanks!

 

Unless you go with an aftermarket coil or ignition, I would stick with the stock plug gap, which is 0.040

 

ive never herd much about pepole opening it up much i usally say stick around the .040 mark but i dont know if there is any diffrence with the msd setup

 

Wires will not create the need for added spark gap. The hotter and longer spark from an aftermarket coil and ignition system will.

Here is a couple of comments from the MSD tech forum. This was in referance to our Dodge trucks with an MSD ignition system.

You want to use a standard copper spark plug with the MSD system in place. Do not run a platinum plug or it can cause problems. Run a
copper plug one to two heat ranges colder than stock and gap them about 0.045”.




The main determining factor for gapping a spark plug is the compression ratio of the motor. Once you have determined this then you can properly gap your plugs. This chart is a good starting point:
COMPRESSION.......PLUG GAP
Up to 10:5:1.........0.040"-0.060"
10.5:1 - 13.0:1.....0.032"-0.040"
Above 13.0:1........0.025"-0.032"

We recommend using a standard copper plug, 1-2 heat ranges cooler than stock OE; we really have no preference for brands. Although we do suggest staying away from any "HYPE", platinum, or iridium type plugs. When you combine them with a CD type ignition, they can cause pre-ignition problems.

 

Thats only with the MSD ignition system right? Not for new wire? Thanks