High quality plug wires

[WhitePony]

Along with all the reast of the stuff I'm installing on my engine build, I'm wanting to install some high quality 8.5mm HEI plug wires. So, am I going to find any pre-made for the 200? Or will I have to build my own?

Another thing. How come NOBODY offers a wire loom for an inline six? Sounds like a good part for Mike to carry.

Kris

 

[CobraSix]

#1) You'll have to cut your own unless you buy some V-8 ones and have them left over.

#2) I'm using an old BMW 6 cylinder wire loom. Looks really sweet.

Slade

 

[Anonymous]

I replaced the FRPP (ford racing) wires from my 302 when I burned one on a header tube, and cut them down and recrimped the terminals to make a 6 cyl set.

I have seen 6 cyl sets on ebay. I think I saw a Taylor Spiro-pro set (very good wires) for $9.99. It was a while back - - - I didn't need them since I already have a few extra sets I can cut and recrimp.

I have a wire cutter/crimper tool that can do spark plug wire.

 

[80Stang]

"Standard" brand has a set for six.

Also,
Ford Racing 9mm vee-eight wire set will do, take the 6 shortest ones from the set. They sell for around $40 in the US. They will still be too long but they stand for the job.

 

[66200i6]

Which ever set you decide on, be sure to get a good silicon jacketed wire. If the conductor is a composite material make sure that it has the "Wire Wrap" construction. Don’t overlook the Jacobs brand when you shop. Some time ago the custom sets were going for about 30.00 at Summit.

Take your time when crimping. It can be done with a pair of pliers if you’re careful. If you are going to purchase a tool make sure that the tool is made for the larger diameter silicon wire. Also confirm that the wire set has the correct dizzy and plug wire connectors that are made for the 8-8.5mm wire diameter. I’ve seen new sets with the smaller 7mm connectors with the 8 & 8.5mm wires.

Once you have the completed plug wire assemblies, seal the wire jacket to the boot at either end with vulcanizing silicon. You would be surprised at the current leakage that occurs at that connection when using the HEI systems.

Finally get yourself a small tube of Dielectric Grease. You can get a tube at the parts house for around $3.00 or check out the link below to Waytek. Use this on the inside of your boots. This helps with a number of issues helping to keep out moisture, keeps spark current in, and keeps the boot from sticking to the plugs and dizzy cap.

http://order.waytekwire.com/IMAGES/M37/catalog/217_097

 

[WhitePony]

Good points. I don't mind custom fitting my own wires, but I'll have to find a good crimping tool to get a good connection. I forgot about dielectric grease, used to use it in all of my offroad vehicles.

 

[addo]

That is interesting about the grease inside your boots. (Pun away if you must! ) I had always striven for "suction" to really keep them in place. Pushed the lead onto the terminal, then slipped the retracted boot over the top after cleaning the outside of the lead with 303 spray.

 

[80broncoman]

I purshased a good set of sprial core Bosch wires at the Zone for my 80 DSII
bronco I think like $29. Seem fine for me.

 

[Anonymous]

I purshased a good set of sprial core Bosch wires at the Zone

I used to work at Autozone a few years ago. Saying Bosch are good wires is pushing it. Are you sure they are spiral wound??? I highly doubt it unless they made changes recently.