ignition wires?
09-20-2004, 05:48 PM
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ignition wires?
I noticed that you guys use Taylor wires in your cars . Then I heard you had some issues with them . I need some new wires for my car so I was wondering what you guys suggest.
09-20-2004, 06:06 PM
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MSD 8.5mm Super Conductor wires are awsome! I got the set that were premade for the gtp and they fit in nicely. These are definately my choice 
Got them from summit racing for $55
Got them from summit racing for $55
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I have had both Taylors and MSD on my car. They seem to be about the same. The Taylors we are thinking were just a bad batch (since everyone who got them got them around the same time).
09-20-2004, 07:33 PM
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Couple sets of wires you could get. Taylor 8mm, PRJ 10.4mm, or Belden 7mm (or larger I believe).
I personally suggest PRJ'* for insane overkill (YES, JOIN US). Some members have had trouble with Taylor wires, anyone have a conclusion on the findings?
Otherwise just stay clear of Bosch and you should be in the clear.
I personally suggest PRJ'* for insane overkill (YES, JOIN US). Some members have had trouble with Taylor wires, anyone have a conclusion on the findings?
Otherwise just stay clear of Bosch and you should be in the clear.
09-20-2004, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by opensourceguy
10 mm!! Holy crap, that'* like a friggen battery cable!
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09-20-2004, 08:29 PM
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Like a too large exhaust diameter. I wonder if that is true. However, I don't know, I doubt it though if your ignition system is is good condition. IE your system doc 
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09-20-2004, 08:32 PM
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haha well even with mine I'm thinking I'll be happy with the 8.5'* its got...might experiment and see but I can't see ginormous wires on a stock or even mildly upgraded ignition being 'better.' I really have no idea though but you'd think everyone would just grab the 10mm instead of 'bothering' with 8.5'*....anyone? Buler?
09-20-2004, 08:36 PM
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The diameter listed is pretty much exclusive to the insulation, or outer jacket. The core could be tiny or large. And a larger conductor in the middle will have LESS resistance, not more, but only when comparing apples to apples.
If for instance, the wires had identically-designed copper cores, a 1mm core would have more restance than a 2mm core, but if they were both listed as 8mm wires, the 2mm core would have less unsulation to protect against shorts. Make sense?
If for instance, the wires had identically-designed copper cores, a 1mm core would have more restance than a 2mm core, but if they were both listed as 8mm wires, the 2mm core would have less unsulation to protect against shorts. Make sense?