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#1595722 01/09/2026 5:27 PM
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What is an acceptable resistance reading when checking spark plug wires?


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For RF suppression wires, 1 K-ohm per inch, maximum. For metallic wires, zero. Metallic wires cause premature failure of rotor and distributor cap contacts due to high current flow.
Jerry


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What type of wire? There are high resistance wires and low resistance wires.


~ Jon
1952 1/2 ton with 1959 235 | T5 with 3.07 rear end

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