1973 Ford Custom 500 Spark Plugs

Essential 1973 Ford Custom 500 Spark Plugs

E3 – DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas (Part No.E3.42)

DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas

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The Spark Plugs are the product of years of fundamental research in the combustion field. The unique patented electrode configuration of these new The spark plugs increases the amount of combustion pressure created during each power stroke of an engine, which results in a marked increase in power output, fuel economy, and reduced emissions in all gasoline engines. E3.42 is a 14mm, 0.460 reach plug with a taper seat. It fits domestic applications in the 80s to early 90s, and is widely stocked in automotive retail stores. The automotive plugs have three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell. This allows for excellent heat transfer, and helps to create more turbulence in the cylinder. The patented Diamond FIRE side wire is proven to increase power, reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions in long-term use.

Product Features:
  • E3’s Diamond Fire edge to edge ground electrode provides maximum performance with increased efficiency and a faster more complete burn.
  • Smoother Acceleration & Idle – The faster flame initiated by the The spark plug results in a more complete burn of the ingested fuel charge. More pressure is created against the piston more fuel is put to work
  • Energy – Power output improved up to 6% on average in the typical operating ranges. Results will vary.
  • Efficiency – The “diamond shaped” side wire electrode projects the combustion spark in a way that more quickly ignites the air/fuel mixture, thereby creating a significantly faster and larger flame kernel. The result is that more fuel is put to work durin
  • E3’s patented Diamond Fire Technology provides a cleaner burning combustion, which translates into fuel savings and reduced engine carbon deposits
  • The Spark Plugs are pre-gapped at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
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Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP46)

Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration

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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite delivers exceptional quality. Designed and engineered in the USA, these spark plugs feature platinum-to-platinum firing, virtually eliminating gap erosion and reducing misfires. The OE design and full-platinum tips on both the center and side electrodes optimize engine performance for a longer life and improved fuel economy. The platinum ball welding process ensures a consistent point of contact for enhanced adhesion, while the tapered seat type further contributes to the plug’s superior durability.

Product Features:
  • High nickel alloy side electrode maintains precise gap
  • Full platinum tip assures virtually no gap erosion for long life
  • Necked-down center electrode fires quicker, cleaner with less voltage for easier starts, quicker acceleration and improved fuel economy (as compared to standard plugs)
  • Improved Fuel Economy: Designed to enhance fuel efficiency compared to standard spark plugs.
  • Tapered Seat Type: Enhances performance and durability for a longer-lasting spark plug.
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Motorcraft – Spark Plug (BSF42C) (Part No.SP-420-A)

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Motorcraft Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford Motor Company vehicles engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards to provide original equipment performance and reliability. Delivering performance, reliability and confidence, Motorcraft spa

Product Features:
  • Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
  • Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
  • Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
  • Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
  • Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
  • Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
  • Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.
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Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP26)

Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration

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Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, Autolite Platinum spark plugs provide a center wire platinum firing tip which provides reduced gap erosion, fewer misfires, better performance and increased durability. Consider upgrading to Autolite Double Platinum or Iridium XP spark plugs for increased performance.

Product Features:
  • High nickel alloy side electrode maintains precise gap
  • Full platinum tip assures virtually no gap erosion for long life
  • Necked-down center electrode fires quicker, cleaner with less voltage for easier starts, quicker acceleration and improved fuel economy (as compared to standard plugs)
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Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.666)

Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration

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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite continues to set the standard in spark plug technology. Designed and engineered in the USA, these spark plugs feature a copper-glass seal that bonds the insulator, terminal post, and center electrode together, ensuring full required voltage at the spark gap with a 100% leak-proof, gas-tight seal. The multi-rib insulator reduces the risk of flash-over, while the one-piece terminal post adds strength and durability. Additionally, the built-in resistor minimizes radio frequency interference (RFI) and electrode erosion, making these plugs a reliable choice for any vehicle. The tapered seat type further enhances the plug’s performance, providing quick starts, good fuel economy, and smooth acceleration.

Product Features:
  • Copper-glass seal bonds insulator, terminal post center electrode together; assures full required voltage at spark gap; gas-tight seal (100% leak proof)
  • Multi-rib insulator reduces danger of “flash-over”
  • One-piece terminal post adds strength
  • Resistor reduces radio frequency interference (RFI) and electrode erosion
  • Quick Starts and Smooth Acceleration: Designed to provide quick engine starts and smooth acceleration, enhancing overall driving performance.
  • Good Fuel Economy: Engineered to optimize fuel efficiency, helping you save on fuel costs.
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NGK – G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, UR4GP (Part No.2869)

G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, UR4GP

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NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs are the best single platinum spark plugs at an economical price. G-Power plugs feature a fine wire platinum center electrode and a trapezoidal cut ground electrode that offers increased durability, improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, faster starts and quicker acceleration over conventional nickel spark plugs. An excellent upgrade for vehicles which used nickel alloy spark plugs originally. For better performance consider upgrading to a NGK Iridium IX plug. For even greater performance consider upgrading to a NGK RUTHENIUM HX plug.

Product Features:
  • SINGLE PLATINUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter platinum tip center electrode ensures improved durability and a consistently stable spark
  • PLATINUM ALLOY: G-Power platinum provides exceptional value with increased performance and longer service intervals than factory nickel plugs
  • TRAPEZOIDAL CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduces quenching design produces improved ignitability and performance
  • SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
  • COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
  • RECOMMENDED USAGE: Lower cost alternative to double precious metal spark plugs or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
  • Trapezoidal Cut Ground Electrode: Improves fuel efficiency, lowers emissions, and provides faster starts and quicker acceleration.
  • Economical Upgrade: Ideal for vehicles originally equipped with nickel alloy spark plugs, offering a cost-effective performance boost.
  • Enhanced Durability: Designed to last longer than traditional nickel spark plugs, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
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Autolite Iridium – Iridium XP Finewire Spark Plug: Improved Durability, More Focused Ignition (Part No.XP666)

Iridium XP Finewire Spark Plug: Improved Durability, More Focused Ignition

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Our best spark plug! Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, the Autolite Iridium XP spark plugs feature an iridium-enhanced 0.6mm finewire design and patented platinum sidewire technology to provide better overall durability and a more focused ignition for enhanced ignitability and performance. Features double Iridium-enhanced alloy technology center electrode for improved durability and wear resistance.

Product Features:
  • 0.6 mm finewire design improves ignitability
  • Patented V-trimmed platinum sidewire technology resists wear
  • OE equivalent design is engineered for every engine
  • Designed for better overall durability with virtually no gap erosion
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Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RV17YC (Part No.25)

Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RV17YC

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Dependable performance. This Champion® spark plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control for good overall wear.

Product Features:
  • Copper Plus – Dependable Performance and Durability
  • Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
  • Superior corrosion resistance
  • Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
  • Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
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ACDelco – RAPIDFIRE Premium Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Reduces Misfires & Enhances Durability (Part No.2)

RAPIDFIRE Premium Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Reduces Misfires & Enhances Durability

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ACDelco Gold (Professional) RAPIDFIRE Spark Plugs are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. These RAPIDFIRE Single Platinum Performance Spark Plugs are designed for everyday use and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. These premium aftermarket spark plugs have high-quality suppressors that help prevent misfiring, an improved plug to boot seal, and a pure copper core for greater durability. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:
  • Solid state suppressor, with two-piece glass and brass seal, can help reduce radio frequency interference, regulates spark energy for long electrode life, and helps protect against high combustion pressures
  • Pure copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
  • Platinum on center electrode enables superior spark characteristics and can reduce voltage requirements of the ignition system
  • Ribless insulator helps optimize plug to boot sea
  • Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
  • Premium aftermarket replacement part
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
  • High-Quality Suppressors: ACDelco Gold RAPIDFIRE Spark Plugs feature high-quality suppressors that help prevent misfiring, ensuring reliable performance for everyday use.
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Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RF9YC (Part No.409)

Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RF9YC

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Dependable performance. This Champion spark plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control for good overall wear.

Product Features:
  • Copper Plus – Dependable Performance.
  • Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
  • Patented TinTac and ULTRASEAL coated shell for maximum corrosion resistance
  • Patented SAC-9 semiconductor resistor for maximum EMI & RFI suppression
  • Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
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ACDelco – Double Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.41-803)

Double Platinum Spark Plug

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ACDelco Gold (Professional) Double Platinum Spark Plug are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:
  • One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
  • Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
  • Pure copper core results in cooler electrode temperature for maximized durability and fouling resistance
  • Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
  • Premium aftermarket replacement part
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
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NGK – Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, UR45IX (Part No.7559)

Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, UR45IX

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NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are specifically designed for the performance enthusiast. Iridium IX provides outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability. NGK Iridium IX plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional anti-fouling. Tapered cut ground electrode provides improved starting, idling and throttle response. The Iridium fine wire center electrode’s durability is six times harder than platinum. Iridium alloy’s extremely high melting point is perfect for today’s engines. For even greater performance consider upgrading to an NGK Ruthenium HX plug.

Product Features:
  • SINGLE IRIDIUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter iridium tip center electrode ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark
  • IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
  • TAPERED CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduced quenching design produces outstanding ignitability, improved acceleration, fuel efficiency and durability
  • SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
  • TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
  • RECOMMENDED USAGE: Modified or high performance applications, or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
  • Outstanding Acceleration and High Fuel Efficiency: NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are engineered to deliver superior acceleration and enhanced fuel efficiency, making them ideal for performance enthusiasts.
  • Extreme Ignitability and Anti-Fouling: These spark plugs offer exceptional ignitability and anti-fouling properties, ensuring reliable performance and longevity.
  • High-Performance Upgrade Option: For those seeking even greater performance, NGK recommends upgrading to their Ruthenium HX plugs.
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ACDelco – Premium Double Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Long-Lasting Performance & Durability (Part No.41-905)

Premium Double Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Long-Lasting Performance & Durability

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ACDelco Professional Double Platinum Spark Plugs are premium aftermarket plugs, and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
  • Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
  • Pure copper core results in cooler electrode temperature for maximized durability and fouling resistance
  • Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional
  • ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
  • Tapered Seat Design: The tapered seat type ensures a secure fit and optimal sealing in the engine.
  • High-Quality Aftermarket Replacement: Manufactured to meet high standards of fit, form, and function, making it a reliable replacement for many vehicles on the road today.
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Motorcraft – High-Performance Spark Plug: Enhances Fuel Efficiency (Part No.SP-501-X)

High-Performance Spark Plug: Enhances Fuel Efficiency

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This premium spark plug is engineered to optimize your engine’s performance, ensuring a smoother and more efficient combustion process. Designed with advanced materials and precision manufacturing, it significantly boosts fuel efficiency and reduces emissions. Ideal for both everyday driving and high-performance applications, the Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug offers reliable ignition and long-lasting durability, making it a smart choice for maintaining your vehicle’s peak performance.

Product Features:
  • Optimizes Engine Performance: The Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug is engineered to enhance your engine’s performance, ensuring a smoother and more efficient combustion process.
  • Boosts Fuel Efficiency: Designed with advanced materials and precision manufacturing, this spark plug significantly improves fuel efficiency, helping you save on fuel costs.
  • Reduces Emissions: By promoting a more efficient combustion process, the Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug helps reduce harmful emissions, contributing to a cleaner environment.
  • Reliable Ignition: Ideal for both everyday driving and high-performance applications, this spark plug offers consistent and reliable ignition, ensuring your vehicle starts smoothly every time.
  • Long-Lasting Durability: Built to last, the Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug provides long-lasting durability, making it a smart investment for maintaining your vehicle’s peak performance.
  • Optimizes Engine Performance: The Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug is engineered to enhance your engine’s performance, ensuring a smoother and more efficient combustion process.
  • Boosts Fuel Efficiency: Designed with advanced materials and precision manufacturing, this spark plug significantly improves fuel efficiency, helping you save on fuel costs.
  • Reduces Emissions: By promoting a more efficient combustion process, the Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug helps reduce harmful emissions, contributing to a cleaner environment.
  • Reliable Ignition: Ideal for both everyday driving and high-performance applications, this spark plug offers consistent and reliable ignition, ensuring your vehicle starts smoothly every time.
  • Long-Lasting Durability: Built to last, the Motorcraft High-Performance Spark Plug provides long-lasting durability, making it a smart investment for maintaining your vehicle’s peak performance.
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Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Tapered Seat (Part No.42006)

Spark Plug Non-Foulers - 14mm Tapered Seat

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This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
  • Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 18mm Tapered Seat (Part No.42002)

Spark Plug Non-Foulers - 18mm Tapered Seat

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This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
  • Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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1973 Ford Custom 500 Spark Plugs

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1973 Ford Custom 500. Maybe you just need a couple of Spark Plugs. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 44 different Spark Plugs in our inventory ranging from $2.49 to $52.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1973 Ford Custom 500 running smoothly.

Spark Plugs are only as good as their brand. We stock 9 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1973 Ford Custom 500. ACDelco, Autolite, and Motorcraft are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Spark Plugs for your 1973 Ford Custom 500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,619 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration with 4.9 stars and OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, UR4 with 4.8 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Spark Plugs to keep your 1973 Ford Custom 500 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Spark Plugs Brands To Make Your 1973 Ford Custom 500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1973 Ford Custom 500 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Spark Plugs make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Custom 500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Spark Plugs brands and parts.

FAQs for 1973 Ford Custom 500 Spark Plugs

What are the most purchased Spark Plugs for the 1973 Ford Custom 500?

Out of 44 Spark Plugs for the 1973 Ford Custom 500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Spark Plug (ASF42CF4)
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Spark Plug (ASF42CF4)
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What are the top-rated 1973 Ford Custom 500 Spark Plugs?

Top-rated Spark Plugs for your 1973 Ford Custom 500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration
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Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration
“Nice solid plugs…has worked great in my new rebuild..”
OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, UR4
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OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, UR4
“302 Ford works good again”