The spark plug gap for a 1983 Ford 460 engine is typically set at 0.035 inches (0.89 mm). It's important to verify this specification with the owner's manual or service manual for your specific vehicle, as variations can occur based on modifications or specific engine configurations. Always ensure the gap is set correctly for optimal engine performance.
According to one of Fords websites : For a 1983 Ford F-250 , 7.5 liter / 460 cubic inch V8 engine : The spark plugs are gapped at ( .044 inch )
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for a 1979 Ford F-150 ( 7.5 liter / 460 cubic inch V8 ) the spark plug gap is ( .044 inch )
( .044 inch spark plug gap ) for the 7.5 liter / 460 cubic inch V8 engine in a 1993 Ford F-350
For example : The spark plug gap for the 460 cubic inch / 7.5 liter V8 engine in a ( 1987 Ford F-250 is .044 inch )
.044 inch ( for the 460 in a 1988 Ford truck , according to www . motorcraft . com - no spaces )
Using the 1972 Ford Thunderbird as an example : The 460 cubic inch / 7.5 liter V8 engine : ( has spark plugs gapped at .035 inch )
.044 inch ( according to fordparts.com )
.044 inch , according to motorcraft.com
Spark plug wires incorrectly connected or it is way out of time.
The gap for the 460 is .042-.046, I had a 1991 should be the same 99.9% sure.
( .044 inch ) for the 460 cubic inch / 7.5 liter V8 engine in a 1996 Ford F-250 according to fordparts.com