bb hookers hei.... which plug wires?
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bb hookers hei.... which plug wires?
So i see i need new plug wires,
Which are good ones that fit a 454 with hooker side pipes and hei real nice,
I would rather not make them myself this time,
Which are good ones that fit a 454 with hooker side pipes and hei real nice,
I would rather not make them myself this time,
Last edited by The13Bats; Dec 11, 2017 at 07:23 PM.
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I always prefer making my own. I have never found a kit that allows the wires to be routed neatly and are long enough. Making your own means it can look clean and neat and away from the exhaust.
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Hey Bats,
I've been through many different brands of wires. The high temp Moroso plug wires are the only ones that I have found that don't burn through due to header heat or contact.
I have a small block and route my wires under the headers. The Moroso set came pre-assembled also.
Moroso Ultra 40 is the ticket.
I've been through many different brands of wires. The high temp Moroso plug wires are the only ones that I have found that don't burn through due to header heat or contact.
I have a small block and route my wires under the headers. The Moroso set came pre-assembled also.
Moroso Ultra 40 is the ticket.
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I just installed a set of Accel wires with the ceramic plug boots. So far, so good. 2-1/8 primary Hooker headers. 1 and 3 are really close. I've only go about 2 hours running time so far, I'll update after a few more hours.
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454, hooker 1 7/8" headers.
I had MSD 8.8 with the vari-angle boots for a while but recently found a burn-hole in 7 of the 8 boots.
Switched to Taylor 8mm with 135 dgr boots and they do clear the headers much better.
You really should get the cut-to-fit. Pre-made sets never fit right.
I had MSD 8.8 with the vari-angle boots for a while but recently found a burn-hole in 7 of the 8 boots.
Switched to Taylor 8mm with 135 dgr boots and they do clear the headers much better.
You really should get the cut-to-fit. Pre-made sets never fit right.
Last edited by zwede; Dec 12, 2017 at 02:34 PM.
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Like TimAt I just installed Accel ceramic wire last year and no burn issues,you have to make them your self though.I got the straight but I think the 135 degree would be better. I had to use 1 accel short plug by the steering box.They look neater when you do them yourself. Mike
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MDS 31199 is the part #. I used ratcheting crimpers. Want to say these are them:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/tay-43400/overview/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-31199/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/tay-43400/overview/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-31199/
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MDS 31199 is the part #. I used ratcheting crimpers. Want to say these are them:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/tay-43400/overview/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-31199/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/tay-43400/overview/
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-31199/
https://www.summitracing.com/tx/sear...imping%20Tools
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I was looking at those crimpers too- then I found that Accel has the same style crimpers WITH 3 different sets of jaws for less money. And at Summit.
https://www.summitracing.com/tx/sear...imping%20Tools
https://www.summitracing.com/tx/sear...imping%20Tools
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I'm with TimAT on this one, I've tried many different types along with the ceramic plug extensions (don't remember the name of them).
The only boots that will hold up to the BB sidepipe headers (2 1/8" primaries) are the Accel ceramic boot plug wires.
I've had them on my car for a few years now and have only had to change one due to the wire pulling out of the boot.
There are a couple boots that are in direct contact with the headers and don't stand a chance of lasting unless they are ceramic.
You may stand a better chance if your headers are ceramic coated, I tried wrapping mine with header wrap but still had multiple boot failures due to hear until I installed the Accel ceramic boot wires.
Neal
The only boots that will hold up to the BB sidepipe headers (2 1/8" primaries) are the Accel ceramic boot plug wires.
I've had them on my car for a few years now and have only had to change one due to the wire pulling out of the boot.
There are a couple boots that are in direct contact with the headers and don't stand a chance of lasting unless they are ceramic.
You may stand a better chance if your headers are ceramic coated, I tried wrapping mine with header wrap but still had multiple boot failures due to hear until I installed the Accel ceramic boot wires.
Neal
Last edited by chevymans 77; Dec 12, 2017 at 11:31 PM.
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I have made my own so I can't recommend a pre made set but I have 135 degree plug boots and never had a boot fail or even look damaged in over 6 years with a BB. I have used no sleeves until earlier this year when I found some sleeving from Thermal Control Products to insulate fuel lines and thought I would try it on #1and #3.
http://www.thermalcontrolproducts.co...s-line-sleeve/
You can get this product with the seam on the inside. they have some pretty interesting products.
http://www.thermalcontrolproducts.co...s-line-sleeve/
You can get this product with the seam on the inside. they have some pretty interesting products.
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flyeri what size pri tubes are your headers and brand?
Are they ceramic coated?
thanks Neal
Are they ceramic coated?
thanks Neal
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The13Bats:
I bought Accel wires with the straight boots and cut and fit them. The straight boot seems to help keep the boot and wire away from the primary tube fairly well, never had any problems with mine.
I bought Accel wires with the straight boots and cut and fit them. The straight boot seems to help keep the boot and wire away from the primary tube fairly well, never had any problems with mine.
Last edited by bence13_33; Dec 18, 2017 at 11:06 AM.
