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Old Sep 5, 2015 | 02:57 PM
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Spark plug replacement on GP / Diff fluid

Posted up a couple of other questions, but since I am running a GP, thought I would post here as well.
1. I want to replace the coil / wires / plugs with MSD components and noticed that the supercharger intercooler partially obstructs the spark plug wires. What is the best procedure to replace plugs on a JCW / GP? Do I need to remove the intercooler?
2. I have some Swepco 201 which is a very high end transmission fluid. Has anyone run it on their GP?

Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2015 | 08:03 AM
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I remove the intercooler to replace the spark plugs. If you haven't ever replaced the intercooler boots you might want to replace them now, with OEM boots. The MSD coil doesn't mount well unless the mounting bolts are changed. I would suggest the Screamin Demon coil instead of MSD because it mounts better. For spark plugs I suggest NGK plugs for the JCW.
I have not used Swepco fuild. I used Redline MTL.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2015 | 12:28 PM
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Yes you have to remove the intercooler to change the plugs.

Like quikmni said we don't recommend the MSD either as it doesn't fit right and doesn't make any power, it's just red.
We do have our screamin demon coils made to use with the stock bolts and sleeves so they are direct bolt on.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/screami...-coil-pak.html
Same with plug wires, no HP their just good quality wires will work fine
http://www.waymotorworks.com/wmw-per...lug-wires.html

Or we have a kit with everything
http://www.waymotorworks.com/wmw-ignition-package.html
 
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