Another Stupit Plug Wire Question
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Burning Brakes
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Another Stupit Plug Wire Question
OK, after noticing that my plug wires were arcing, I got a set of Taylor 8mm plug wires. So far so good.
However, on returning home, I noticed that I bought a universal, "cut-to-fit" set. That's great, inasmuch as that way I can make sure that my wires are just the right length, but how do I cut, strip and crimp the new wires?
The instructions Taylor included did not tell me much that was worth knowing or that I did not already know.
However, on returning home, I noticed that I bought a universal, "cut-to-fit" set. That's great, inasmuch as that way I can make sure that my wires are just the right length, but how do I cut, strip and crimp the new wires?
The instructions Taylor included did not tell me much that was worth knowing or that I did not already know.
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Re: Another Stupit Plug Wire Question (Kevin Mason)
I like the cut to fit. You can route them how you want with out any big loops or stretching the wires. There is a wire crimp tool that really helps out. This will make you have a secure connection. Beg, borrow, or buy one it will make the job go easier.
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Burning Brakes
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Re: Another Stupit Plug Wire Question (Gordonm)
I assume by "beg, buy, or borrow" you meant "steal"?
Seriously, can this tool likely be bought at the parts store where I got hold of the wires? Presumably not too much $$
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[Modified by Kevin Mason, 10:09 PM 5/4/2004]
Seriously, can this tool likely be bought at the parts store where I got hold of the wires? Presumably not too much $$
[Modified by Kevin Mason, 7:19 PM 5/4/2004]
[Modified by Kevin Mason, 10:09 PM 5/4/2004]
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Re: Another Stupit Plug Wire Question (Kevin Mason)
NAPA stores carry an electrical line under the Belden brand. The Belden wire connector/plug crimper is very good, the MSD plug wire tool is one of the best I have ever used but, it is over $40 as I remeber (maybe you can find a shop willing to rent theirs.) Most universal plug wire kits have crimping tools that you put into a vise and hit with a hammer, some are OK. You can cut off the boots of the old plug wires and tape the new ones onto the old wire to pull them back towards the distributor instead of taking 8 HRS to do an install like I did with my first Vette (if you want the wires in the stock location, I like them there!)
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From: Taylor Michigan
Re: Another Stupit Plug Wire Question (Kevin Mason)
There is a proper crimping tool available just for plug wires. It WILL handle all types of the brass connectors, including 90 degree. It really does a correct job of connecting ends as factory. NO vices or needle nose stuff, it`s a special ignition wire plyers and available at most major auto parts stores. Not everyone will know about these however as they are a little pricy but a must for proper cutting and crimping. Belding, B/W, and Standard Ignition companies have them in their wire catalogs under the tool section. :thumbs:
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