Home First Gen Mustang 1972 Ford Mustang 1972 Ford Mustang Tune-up Information Year Engine Spark Plugs Distributor Timingº IntakeValve opens Fuel pump press Idle speed Cyl cid HP Type Gap Dwell Gap Man A/T Man A/t 1972 6-250 95 BRF-82 .034 37 .027 6B 6B 10 (16) 4.5-6.5 750/500 650/500 8-302 140 BRF-42 .034 28 .017 6B 6B 16 5.5-6.5 800/500 575 8-351C 165 ARF-42 .034 28 .017 6B 6B 12 5.5-6.5 750/500 575/500 8-351W 165 BRF-42 .034 28 .017 – 6B 12 5.5-6.5 – 575 8-351CJ 266 ARF-42 .034 28 .017 16B 16B 14 5.5-6.5 1000/500 750/500 8-351HO 290 ARF-42 .034 28 .020 10B – 17.5 5.5-6.5 1000/500 – No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access to all our premium content. Get Started Already a Member? Sign in to your account here.