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Old 03-25-04, 01:22 PM
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Default SC400 Spark Plug wires

- Just about to replace spark plug wires/ distributor caps & rotors and the plugs themselves. Does anyone think it will make a difference if I don't use OEM plug wires, and if I use something like bosch set or another aftermarket brand? or should I stick with OEM?
Old 03-25-04, 02:57 PM
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The OEM ones come with all the channels and clips. I'd be very careful about any aftermarket wires giving you the right fit. I Paid $94 for my OEM ones from Carson. Can you buy aftermarket one a lot cheaper than that?

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i got my Denso spark plug wires for $40 almost new. they came with all those clips and channels and all those things too.
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Denso is certainly reputable enough. Where did you buy these?

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I actually got them from a great guy off ebay. He used them on his NA-T SC300 for about 900 miles until his engine blew (due to his crappy wastegate not opening or something)

So, good luck on finding some more, I would definietly recommend hitting up ebay.
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does Denso make wires for 400's???
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I'd go with Denso or NGK OEM wires.
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i didnt know that NBK or denso made wires for SC400. i can t seem to find them anywhere. anyways where can i buy them from???/
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I would be game for bringing back the Vitek Wire Power Buy!!!
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Originally Posted by Jimbo2828
i didnt know that NBK or denso made wires for SC400. i can t seem to find them anywhere. anyways where can i buy them from???/
Try Carson Toyota in California. They can order any Lexus OEM part and they have very good prices I believe the stock wires are made by Denso, just like many of the other electrical components on Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
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