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> Lets Talk PLUG WIRES ....Please
Strudelwagon
post Mar 9 2012, 10:24 PM
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Could I get some feedback on plug wires, Best, worst, deal or ripoff.

I need a new set for my GA code 2.0 with stock injection /blue coil and I'm wondering which way to go.

There's lots to choose from like Clewett, bosch, nyology(wierd looking things) and many more.

Any advice? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

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post Mar 9 2012, 10:47 PM
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Stock wires are fine. Just not Bosch. The Cap'n
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post Mar 9 2012, 10:49 PM
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QUOTE(Strudelwagon @ Mar 9 2012, 11:24 PM) *

Could I get some feedback on plug wires, Best, worst, deal or ripoff.

I need a new set for my GA code 2.0 with stock injection /blue coil and I'm wondering which way to go.

There's lots to choose from like Clewett, bosch, nyology(wierd looking things) and many more.

Any advice? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Tx
SW


Most people that I have run into recommend Magnecor. I have a set and I am very happy with them. They seem to be better priced that some of the other high end wires.

Just my non-expert 2 cents.
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post Mar 9 2012, 10:49 PM
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Paragon products - Jason will hook you up.
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post Mar 9 2012, 10:52 PM
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Original Customs can make you Magnecor plug wires. Mark has the wire and ends in bulk...
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post Mar 9 2012, 11:43 PM
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Stock wires are fine. Just not Bosch. The Cap'n
John, what's wrong with BOSCH wires? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Mar 10 2012, 05:30 AM
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I'm using Clewett wires on both of the 3.0's they fit/work great.
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post Mar 10 2012, 06:28 AM
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Me too, I like the Magnecor sets. Very nice product and the red color adds some flash to the engine compartment. Here is a picture of my set before I installed them along with a new Bosch blue coil and a CB performance dis cap in blue....I know stock is fine but I like these colors (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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post Mar 10 2012, 06:29 AM
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I'm using Clewett wires on both of the 3.0's they fit/work great.


Same here, fit is very snug.
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post Mar 10 2012, 06:35 AM
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If you want the "Cool Factor," consider Fyrebraid. They look great!

http://www.automotion.com/ignition-wires-f...-1955-1976.html

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I'm using Clewett wires on both of the 3.0's they fit/work great.
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post Mar 10 2012, 10:50 AM
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I bought the Bosch ones. They suck!
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post Mar 10 2012, 10:51 AM
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Beru.
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MSD Spiral Wound wire to go with the MSD ignition.

The previous owner installed the ignition but left the stock Beru wires. Needless to say, that didn't work well and I got the snot shocked out of me first time I reached in there!
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post Mar 10 2012, 01:07 PM
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QUOTE(tornik550 @ Mar 9 2012, 08:49 PM) *

QUOTE(Strudelwagon @ Mar 9 2012, 11:24 PM) *

Could I get some feedback on plug wires, Best, worst, deal or ripoff.

I need a new set for my GA code 2.0 with stock injection /blue coil and I'm wondering which way to go.

There's lots to choose from like Clewett, bosch, nyology(wierd looking things) and many more.

Any advice? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Tx
SW


Most people that I have run into recommend Magnecor. I have a set and I am very happy with them. They seem to be better priced that some of the other high end wires.

Just my non-expert 2 cents.


Thanks guys, I bought a set of Magnecor 8.5's for $55. I'll let you know what I think when I've run them for a while.
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post Mar 10 2012, 01:22 PM
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QUOTE(underthetire @ Mar 10 2012, 11:50 AM) *

I bought the Bosch ones. They suck!

...they suck why??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Mar 10 2012, 01:24 PM
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QUOTE(nsr-jamie @ Mar 10 2012, 05:28 AM) *

Me too, I like the Magnecor sets. Very nice product and the red color adds some flash to the engine compartment. Here is a picture of my set before I installed them along with a new Bosch blue coil and a CB performance dis cap in blue....I know stock is fine but I like these colors (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/www.dreamgate.ne.jp-8305-1331382525.1.jpg)



Been running magnecors since the engine rebuild, great plug wires IMHO....
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post Mar 10 2012, 01:28 PM
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.....1 word.....Magnecor (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif) (I like them!!)
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post Mar 10 2012, 07:05 PM
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QUOTE(rmital @ Mar 10 2012, 11:22 AM) *

QUOTE(underthetire @ Mar 10 2012, 11:50 AM) *

I bought the Bosch ones. They suck!

...they suck why??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)


They pull apart mighty easy, and the stupid rubber plugs for the tin they come with shrink up after a couple days.
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post Mar 10 2012, 07:44 PM
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QUOTE(euro911 @ Mar 9 2012, 09:43 PM) *

QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Mar 9 2012, 08:47 PM) *
Stock wires are fine. Just not Bosch. The Cap'n
John, what's wrong with BOSCH wires? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)


Well, they're not OE, for one thing, and they're definitely second rate, for another.

The Cap'n
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post Mar 10 2012, 07:51 PM
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QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Mar 10 2012, 08:44 PM) *

QUOTE(euro911 @ Mar 9 2012, 09:43 PM) *

QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Mar 9 2012, 08:47 PM) *
Stock wires are fine. Just not Bosch. The Cap'n
John, what's wrong with BOSCH wires? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)


Well, they're not OE, for one thing, and they're definitely second rate, for another.

The Cap'n

What plug wires are OE than?
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