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Old 02-20-2020, 02:23 PM   #39
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Default Re: spark plug caps

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Originally Posted by 5lugnuts View Post
Neat project! However, I'm thinking the vertical length when installed should be shortened by one-half or more. Anybody agree? If you do agree, what would be the easiest method of cutting without damaging the appearance. Copper is soft.
I did experiment with the length but decided I liked the longer one better. When you shorten it the 'ribs' on the porcelain show and IMO it looks better with the ribs covered. The 'rib' do show on the 3X plug tho. The W16Y is a lot taller than a 3X.

But have fun with it and do as you think best.


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