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Resistor Plugs in Non Resistor Application?

I'm about to put a Pertronix Ignitor 2 in my 74-77 (formerly points) distributor to run my 10.3 CR 3.2L SC engine. I also have an MSD/Blaster2 CDI. I set the plug gap @.040"

I have used in the past both NGK BP6ES and Bosch W7DC plugs. Looks like there are no more plugs being produced in this range by these 2 manufacturers.

Can I switch to the resistor type plugs and still be OK? Will there be any problems or loss of performance with resistor plugs?

Thanks.

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As of this writing, NGK and Clewett have confirmed that there should be no negative effects from using resistor plugs.
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I have not been able to get through to MSD tech support, but everything I have been reading online indicaates that resistor plugs should not be a problem with their units.

Looking forward to my MSD/Pertronix/Clewett?BP6ERS combination.
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I have not been able to get through to MSD tech support, but everything I have been reading online indicaates that resistor plugs should not be a problem with their units.

Looking forward to my MSD/Pertronix/Clewett/BP6ERS combination.
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I ran into the same problem with finding NGK BP6ES. Dont be fooled by the NGK BP6ES on Amazon and Ebay. They are counterfeit. I purchased the NGK BPR6ES from a reputable mechanic shop. Was told NGK does not make BP6ES. Works fine with my MSD 6A and Petronix with Blaster coil.

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Paul you cannot get hand on W4cc plugs?

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Thanks Slant. Glad to hear that.

Ivan, I don't know. I've always used BP6 or W7 Bosch so I've never looked for W4CC.

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