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5.0 Timeing Spark Plug Gap

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I am going to replace plugs and check the timeing on my car

Whats the plug gap supposed to be set at? Will Moto Craft Plugs Come pregapped? if so what is it at

What is the timeing supposed to be set at?

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That gap should be 55thousands. And the stock timing is at 10*. You can bump it up and get a few more hp out of it. Try it at about 13 or 14*.
 

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Spark plug gap is 0.052"-0.056". The motorcraft plugs are not pre-gapped. You will need to get the gap tool and do it yourself.

Stock timing is 10 degrees. With higher octane fuel you can try 12-14
 
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