Ping---> Mike Romain
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the factory
ones.
In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
>wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
>after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
>and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
>say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
>was determined to track down the miss.
>
>So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
>local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
>
>They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
>
>Mike
>
>Paul Brogren wrote:
>>
>> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
>>
>> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
>> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the same.
>> 12 volt I'd guess.
>>
>> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA / equivalent
>> stock?
>>
>> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I don't
>> want to be left walking.
>>
>> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
>>
>> Paul
>>
>> --
>> Thanks Always !!!
>> Paul '75 CJ5 258
>> Vail, CO.
>> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
>> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
>> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
>> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well. I
>> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a couple
>> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I changed
>> > > the plugs...
>> >
>> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
>> >
>> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
>> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
>> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
>> >
>> > --
>> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
>> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
>> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
>> >
>> >
ones.
In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
>wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
>after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
>and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
>say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
>was determined to track down the miss.
>
>So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
>local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
>
>They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
>
>Mike
>
>Paul Brogren wrote:
>>
>> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
>>
>> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
>> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the same.
>> 12 volt I'd guess.
>>
>> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA / equivalent
>> stock?
>>
>> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I don't
>> want to be left walking.
>>
>> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
>>
>> Paul
>>
>> --
>> Thanks Always !!!
>> Paul '75 CJ5 258
>> Vail, CO.
>> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
>> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
>> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
>> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well. I
>> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a couple
>> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I changed
>> > > the plugs...
>> >
>> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
>> >
>> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
>> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
>> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
>> >
>> > --
>> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
>> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
>> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
>> >
>> >
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the factory
ones.
In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
>wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
>after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
>and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
>say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
>was determined to track down the miss.
>
>So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
>local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
>
>They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
>
>Mike
>
>Paul Brogren wrote:
>>
>> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
>>
>> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
>> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the same.
>> 12 volt I'd guess.
>>
>> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA / equivalent
>> stock?
>>
>> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I don't
>> want to be left walking.
>>
>> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
>>
>> Paul
>>
>> --
>> Thanks Always !!!
>> Paul '75 CJ5 258
>> Vail, CO.
>> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
>> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
>> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
>> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well. I
>> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a couple
>> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I changed
>> > > the plugs...
>> >
>> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
>> >
>> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
>> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
>> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
>> >
>> > --
>> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
>> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
>> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
>> >
>> >
ones.
In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
>wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
>after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
>and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
>say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
>was determined to track down the miss.
>
>So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
>local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
>
>They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
>
>Mike
>
>Paul Brogren wrote:
>>
>> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
>>
>> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
>> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the same.
>> 12 volt I'd guess.
>>
>> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA / equivalent
>> stock?
>>
>> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I don't
>> want to be left walking.
>>
>> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
>>
>> Paul
>>
>> --
>> Thanks Always !!!
>> Paul '75 CJ5 258
>> Vail, CO.
>> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
>> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
>> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
>> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well. I
>> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a couple
>> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I changed
>> > > the plugs...
>> >
>> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
>> >
>> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
>> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
>> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
>> >
>> > --
>> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
>> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
>> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
>> >
>> >
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
#25
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
the existing holder.
--
Thanks Always !!!
Paul '75 CJ5 258
Vail, CO.
"bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
factory
> ones.
>
> In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
>
> >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> >was determined to track down the miss.
> >
> >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> >
> >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> >
> >Mike
> >
> >Paul Brogren wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> >>
> >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
same.
> >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> >>
> >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
equivalent
> >> stock?
> >>
> >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
don't
> >> want to be left walking.
> >>
> >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> >>
> >> Paul
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thanks Always !!!
> >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> >> Vail, CO.
> >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
I
> >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
couple
> >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
changed
> >> > > the plugs...
> >> >
> >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> >> >
> >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> >> >
> >> >
>
#26
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
It comes with it's own bracket and fits in the stock location fine.
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
#27
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
It comes with it's own bracket and fits in the stock location fine.
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
#28
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Re: Ping---> Mike Romain
It comes with it's own bracket and fits in the stock location fine.
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
Mike
Paul Brogren wrote:
>
> After I get this coil, where did you mount it? Obviously, it won't fit in
> the existing holder.
>
> --
> Thanks Always !!!
> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> Vail, CO.
> "bllsht" <nospam@invaliddot.net> wrote in message
> news:o5omovknfua3a2p26p5rfmuacufkbjr7lt@4ax.com...
> > I haven't seen a set of aftermarket wires that would last as long as the
> factory
> > ones.
> >
> > In message <3F8ABC34.500D327F@sympatico.ca>, "Mike Romain" wrote:
> >
> > >Well, when I realized I had no contact left on the ends of half my Accel
> > >wiring set, I was way out in the bush with my CJ on it's virgin run
> > >after the rebuild. I put it together in the dark a couple days before
> > >and didn't realize the clips were still on the old plugs. Needless to
> > >say it wasn't running too good. Surprisingly not bad, but bad enough I
> > >was determined to track down the miss.
> > >
> > >So rather than drive 100 miles to the nearest auto store, I hit up a
> > >local Chrysler dealer and got real OEM wires.
> > >
> > >They work excellent and have a lifetime warranty on them.
> > >
> > >Mike
> > >
> > >Paul Brogren wrote:
> > >>
> > >> Hi Mike, Hi Doug,
> > >>
> > >> I sure mine is a Prestolite Ignition. My "Painless Wiring" kit diagram
> > >> shows Prestolite. Also, the tag on the old/new distributor says the
> same.
> > >> 12 volt I'd guess.
> > >>
> > >> Mike, when you say OEM? Is this from the dealer or just NAPA /
> equivalent
> > >> stock?
> > >>
> > >> Doug, With your Bosch setup, are you using a high voltage coil? I
> don't
> > >> want to be left walking.
> > >>
> > >> Thanks for your reply guy's!!
> > >>
> > >> Paul
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thanks Always !!!
> > >> Paul '75 CJ5 258
> > >> Vail, CO.
> > >> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in message
> > >> news:k1kib.45897$Qo.31036@news2.central.***.net...
> > >> > Mike Romain did pass the time by typing:
> > >> > > Oh, I am using OEM wires and cap and rotor. They work really well.
> I
> > >> > > tried the Accel set and they were crap. The cap arced out in a
> couple
> > >> > > weeks and most of the ends fell off the wires the first time I
> changed
> > >> > > the plugs...
> > >> >
> > >> > I use Bosch wires, cap and rotor.
> > >> >
> > >> > The wires are nice, they have a metal C clip
> > >> > that keeps them on real tightly and doesn't deform
> > >> > when you remove/reinstall plugs.
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > -- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
> > >> > HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
> > >> > Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
> > >> >
> > >> >
> >
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