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#1520002 10/02/2023 2:52 AM
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What would have been the number for the original style spark plugs for a 1954 235 Chevy straight 6? Such as R45, R45S, etc......... Are they still available as an AC spark plug?
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Original I believe was an AC44 but they’re no longer available so I run the AC45 which are a litter hotter plug in my 235 and it runs great.


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The "R" prefix indicates "resistor", which was a newer type that the original AC 43, 44, and 45 plugs that did not have an integral resistor in the insulator. Those plugs are virtually collectors' items, and the R series aren't much more common. DO NOT USE a plug with a "TS" suffix- - - -that stands for "tapered seat" and it definitely does not interchange, even if the numbers are right. TS plugs usually have a 5/8" wrench size, rather than the 13/16" flats on a R44, R45, etc. NGK or Champion makes a suitable swap for a Delco plug if the AC isn't available. Just consult a heat range interchange chart.
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If you happen to convert to HEI I found A/C Delco #7 platinum plugs work great!


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Thanks for the response, I will try to go with the AC45 probably unless they are just not available around MPLS.
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