I found out that the spark plug wires I bought from NAPA for my Ford Escort really aren't the same as the OEM, because the resistance was way off! It caused the idle to be a little rough, less power, etc. Is that normal? I got the wires for my 280Z from NAPA too, so now I'm wondering if I should pitch those and order a "correct" set? The NAPA ones weren't what I would call the correct length, either, and the boots (esp. # 5 &6) weren't bent correctly, from all the photos & cars I've seen (stock class cars).

I think the same for the ign coil too. My L28 seems to have (less power than I would think).

Who should stock the right spark plug wires & coil for a 280Z? MSA?

thx

The Z shouldn't be as sensitive to resistance values as a modern car is. So the NAPA wires might be OK.

But generally, you'll find that most experienced Z people will recommend NGK or Magnacore. A few will recommend Taylor. I've also seen a set of Bosch wires that looked good, with proper length and differing ends for different cylinders. No idea how they compare in other ways, though.

Thx Arne. I'll see what here is out there.

Who should stock the right spark plug wires & coil for a 280Z? MSA?

thx

Courtesy Nissan if you don't mind ordering from Texas. They always seem to have it and its OEM Nissan parts. Perfect fit every time. For my Z or 240SX or Xterra.

Seems like their website is down at the moment. They update it daily.

FWIW,

Chris A.