NOS Autolite 166 Spark Plugs – Bendix Resistor Type – USA Made
Description:
A complete box of 10 NOS Autolite 166 spark plugs, resistor-style and proudly made in the USA. These plugs replace Autolite BTRF42 and are ideal for vintage Ford V8 applications including 302, 351W, and 460 engines. Cross-reference compatible with Motorcraft ASF42, NGK BPR5ES, AC R44TS, and more. Perfect for restorers, collectors, or anyone seeking period-correct ignition components.
🔍 Part Number Details
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Primary Part Number: Autolite 166
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Type: Resistor-style spark plug
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Replaces: Autolite BTRF42
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Packaging: Box of 10 plugs
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Branding: Bendix Autolite / Fram / Allied-Signal
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Country of Origin: Made in the USA 🇺🇸
🚗 Fitment Examples
While the packaging notes no direct Champion or AC equivalents, the Autolite 166 (replacing BTRF42) was typically used in:
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Ford 302, 351W, and 460 V8 engines (1970s–1980s)
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Mercury and Lincoln full-size sedans
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Ford F-Series trucks and Econoline vans
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Marine and industrial Ford V8 platforms
These plugs are ideal for restorers seeking period-correct ignition components for classic Ford builds.
🔁 Cross Reference Equivalents
| Brand | Equivalent Plug |
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| Motorcraft | ASF42 or SP-42 |
| NGK | BPR5ES |
| Champion | RJ12YC (approximate) |
| AC Delco | R44TS |
| Bosch | WR9DC+ |
Always confirm thread size, reach, and heat range for exact compatibility.

