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Topic: Spark Wires
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68 S-code GT
Gearhead Posts: 2518
From: Sayreville, NJ, US
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 03-16-2005 12:12 PM
   
I haven��t bought any performance wires in a while so I need to now what to get that will not interfere with the radio and other electronics. Was looking at the Ford racing 9MM wires and Summit 8mm wires.------------------
Ed S. 68 S-code FB GT 4spd(now C6)/3.25 PS PDB
68 J-code(now 289) Cp Sprint"B" C4/3L00-9" PDB PS AC Bla-Bla-Bla
99 F150 XLT Ext/cab, 4X4, 5.4L, 3L55
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 25883
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 03-16-2005 12:34 PM
There are so many sophisticated filters available for radios these days that I don't think it makes a difference anymore.
All of your "premium" wires are spiral core anyway. ------------------
Alex Denysenko
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exlocal
Gearhead Posts: 205
From: hacienda hts., CA, USA
Registered: Dec 2004
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posted 03-17-2005 10:56 PM
http://www.magnecor.com/magnecor1/truth.htmI have the blue Summit 8mm cut to fit wires. No problems for about 3 years now, it replaced a set of MSD's that fell apart in less than a year.
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reliving youth [This message has been edited by exlocal (edited 03-17-2005).]
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TennSS
Journeyman Posts: 42
From: Memphis, TN
Registered: Apr 2004
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posted 03-18-2005 12:00 AM
We've found that you reach a point of diminishing returns with plug wire resistance. Once you hit a certain point, lower resistance does not produce any additional spark intensity/quality.250-300 ohms per foot seems to be the best range.
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68 S-code GT
Gearhead Posts: 2518
From: Sayreville, NJ, US
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 03-18-2005 08:19 AM
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Originally posted by exlocal:
[BI have the blue Summit 8mm cut to fit wires. No problems for about 3 years now[/B]
Is that the set that comes with the stripping tool? If so, how well does it work with crimping the ends?
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exlocal
Gearhead Posts: 205
From: hacienda hts., CA, USA
Registered: Dec 2004
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posted 03-18-2005 08:52 AM
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Originally posted by 68 S-code GT:
Is that the set that comes with the stripping tool? If so, how well does it work with crimping the ends?
Yes, that is the same one. I imagine most of the major brands are the same quality. The blue looks good with the blue engine block though  The crimping tool is okay, not the best but adequate. One suggestion is to put some king of lubricant on the wires before slipping on the boots, makes sliding the boots over the ends easier after crimping, I used hair gel (my garage is close to the bathroom). ------------------
reliving youth
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indyphil
Gearhead Posts: 2398
From: Senoia, G.A. USA
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 03-18-2005 09:30 AM
I liked the ford racing set. The resistance was low but I dont think it was as low as stated above. Price was right! Made a big difference for me when combined with the large diameter cap.------------------
'68 coupe, '66 289 C code
engine, edel 600cfm carb, performer intake, dual exhaust http://www.geocities.com/ottouk_77/68mustang.htm
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