Solid core spark plug wires
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Mountain Pass
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Solid core spark plug wires
I'm told that I should be running solid core spark plug wires on my 49 8BA.
My truck is as stock as I can keep it. Still 6V Positive Ground w/stock coil.
The guy at the auto parts store is trying to sell me multi strand steel wires. He said thats what they mean my solid core and thats what would have been used in 49.
I have no idea...... Is he right?
Thanks
My truck is as stock as I can keep it. Still 6V Positive Ground w/stock coil.
The guy at the auto parts store is trying to sell me multi strand steel wires. He said thats what they mean my solid core and thats what would have been used in 49.
I have no idea...... Is he right?
Thanks
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I'm told that I should be running solid core spark plug wires on my 49 8BA.
My truck is as stock as I can keep it. Still 6V Positive Ground w/stock coil.
The guy at the auto parts store is trying to sell me multi strand steel wires. He said that's what they mean my solid core and that's what would have been used in 49.
I have no idea...... Is he right?
Thanks
My truck is as stock as I can keep it. Still 6V Positive Ground w/stock coil.
The guy at the auto parts store is trying to sell me multi strand steel wires. He said that's what they mean my solid core and that's what would have been used in 49.
I have no idea...... Is he right?
Thanks
The only problem I've ever had with the solid core wires is radio noise. If you're going to have a stereo you will hear the "buzz" of the ignition firing. Since you are running the 6V positive ground, I'm guessing radio noise won't be a problem. Just an assumption on my part.
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Many electronic ignitions and some coils won't work right with solid cores, if you have a pertronics or similar steer clear.
Open uninsulated spark plug terminals are "correct" too, but you'll pay the price anytime you work on the running engine.
Open uninsulated spark plug terminals are "correct" too, but you'll pay the price anytime you work on the running engine.
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Mountain Pass
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Never assume that your timing light doesn't work.
It could just be that your #1 spark plug is bad and not firing.
Lesson learned
It could just be that your #1 spark plug is bad and not firing.
Lesson learned
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You shouldn't need solid cored wires unless you are running a magneto.I have copper cores on my welder.Also RFI is not good for pace makers either.Just a thought.
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