Spark Plug Wires
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Printed Date: September-28-2024 at 11:39pm
Topic: Spark Plug Wires
Posted By: Greg_SA
Subject: Spark Plug Wires
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 5:11am
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Hi,
I need to replace my spark plug wires... Can anyone recommend some? I could order from Skidim, but I'd profer to buy from a local auto store (I live in South Africa). Can I buy automotive ones? If so, what model car should I specify? Thanks, Greg |
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Posted By: SkiBum
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 11:25am
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One problem with using automotive wires is that they may not be long enough because of the exhaust manifolds. If you wanted to go that route you could buy one of those 7mm or 8mm universal wire kits where you make the wires the length you need.
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Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 11:43am
This is what I did. I bought some Taylor Spiro-Pro 8mm universal wires and terminated them myself. Piece of cake. ------------- |
SkiBum wrote:Posted By: anthonylizardi
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 2:30pm
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Tim,
Are running a DUI ignition too? I guess you got the 90 degrees ones for a V8. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 2:55pm
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I am. IIRC, the universal kit comes with bother terminations (90deg and 135deg), and you cut off whichever one you dont want to use. You then have the choice to terminate with either the male or female terminals (both are supplied) depending on whether you have a Ford or HEI style dist. ------------- |
Posted By: boat dr
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 3:08pm
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One word of caution here tho:
Buy a good set of crimpers that have the dies for insalling the terminals.I have a set of Beldens that have served me well,but even these can be tricky at best. Making that initial roll can be a bitch, and the end result is determined by this first step........Boat dr ------------- boat dr /diaries/details.asp?ID=4631 - 1949 Dart /diaries/details.asp?ID=1533 - 1964 American Skier |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 3:51pm
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Do you need a special tool for the Taylor universal kit? ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: boat dr
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 4:00pm
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If it is a custom set, you will have to install one end on the wires.
Herein lies the use of the terminal pliers, and the ones that most people have are not suited to be used with spark plug terminals. A pair of pliers will work, and brain surgery can be performed with a hack saw.Just have the proper tools to properly do a job............Boat dr ------------- boat dr /diaries/details.asp?ID=4631 - 1949 Dart /diaries/details.asp?ID=1533 - 1964 American Skier |
Posted By: Greg_SA
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 4:18pm
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Hi,
Thanks very much for the replies :) My best best is probably ordering a set from Skidim. Our local auto parts store can also match up individual wires, so I might try that too. Cheers Greg |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 4:39pm
Like Doc said. I bought a tool at NAPA ($8) that specifically had the spark plug crimper built in. Now Im good for the next time I build a set... assuming I can find it. ------------- |
Posted By: 79nautique
Date Posted: February-07-2008 at 4:57pm
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another little trick to expose the core is to use a coax cable tool to strip the wire and expose the the core that should be folded over before it is crimped. Wire stripers don't work very good on silcone jackets as there is too much give on them. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=756&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1979&yrend=1979 - 79 nautique |