Guys,
Thanks much for the input!
1. i need to understand how my current system relates to your advice:
a) distributor/coil - p/n "MSD-8362" Street Fire HEI Distributor - Summit, $149.95
b) ignition wires - MSD 8.5mm Super Conductor Spark Plug Wire" (red, 90 degree on dist & plugs), Summitt p/n 35599 (probably)
c) spark plugs - ACDelco 19307139 Specialty Rapidfire Spark Plug - bought July 3, 2014
2. then figure out if any of that stuff needs to be replaced
3. then re-route/replace the wiring & switching as needed.
4. then i'd like to test as much of the system as possible before starting the engine. This is where the MSD tester 8998 or 8995 might come into play.
Dynoroom, you have that tester (which one?), have you found it useful?
I'll happily spend $190 on the tester if i know which model to buy.
I have the time and I have the desire, so thanks much for your input.
Karl