Hi,
My car is running on its original leads and I am trying a process of elimination to rectify a slight misfire at high revs so thought I would start with the leads etc.
I want to keep the plug set original looking,
Any recommendations re plug lead types and suppliers in UK.
Don’t mind making up my own.
Thanks in advance,
Nigel.
Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
#1 Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
1969 E Type Series 2 2+2 Auto with Power Steering UK Registered
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#2 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
I found this company a real pleasure to deal with. Very knowledgeable, competitive and excellent delivery.
https://mrretroleads.co.uk/
https://mrretroleads.co.uk/
Paul.
1971 S2 FHC (Opalescent Blue)
1977 Gilbern Invader Mk3
A number of Nortons.
1939 Triumph T100
1971 S2 FHC (Opalescent Blue)
1977 Gilbern Invader Mk3
A number of Nortons.
1939 Triumph T100
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#3 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
Do you have electronic ignition, like petronix?
If so, I found i had to use silicone leads (made up for me by Simon BBC) to cure a high rev misfire i had
If so, I found i had to use silicone leads (made up for me by Simon BBC) to cure a high rev misfire i had
Malcolm
I only fit in a 2+2, so got one!
1969 Series 2 2+2
2009 Jaguar XF-S
2015 F Type V6 S
I only fit in a 2+2, so got one!
1969 Series 2 2+2
2009 Jaguar XF-S
2015 F Type V6 S
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#4 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
Hi,
Apologies.
Should have mentioned that car is on standard distributor, points and condenser ignition although may go to a basic contactless set.
123s etc etc seem too much hassle.
Thanks,
Nigel.
Apologies.
Should have mentioned that car is on standard distributor, points and condenser ignition although may go to a basic contactless set.
123s etc etc seem too much hassle.
Thanks,
Nigel.
1969 E Type Series 2 2+2 Auto with Power Steering UK Registered
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#5 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
In all our restorations we use the standard copper core material supplied by SNGB etc. Seems to work well. I have this in all of my own cars.
Might be worth having a good look at your plug caps as these can develop faults.
Might be worth having a good look at your plug caps as these can develop faults.
Andrew.
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB. 1979 MGB.
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Adelaide, Australia
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB. 1979 MGB.
http://www.projectetype.com/index.php/the-blog.html
Adelaide, Australia
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#6 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
Hi I use a 123 ignition, had no issues whatsoever.. but it’s not always compatible with your tachometer..that’s the only bugger!
My S1 works on pulse.
I had to send mine to speedy cables to have it updated to suit at a cost of I believe about £170. Came back looking like brand new..
Anyhow,123 ignition, setting no.7 .. set at 10 degree static advance, Morrosso Silicone leads (Rob Beere Racing) never failed me yet, goes really well...hope that helps
My S1 works on pulse.
I had to send mine to speedy cables to have it updated to suit at a cost of I believe about £170. Came back looking like brand new..
Anyhow,123 ignition, setting no.7 .. set at 10 degree static advance, Morrosso Silicone leads (Rob Beere Racing) never failed me yet, goes really well...hope that helps
Previously...S1 OTS E type (sold)
S1 2+2 manual. (Sold)
S2 rhd OTS full resto finished 8/23
S1 3.8 coupe (full restoration now sold)
S1 2+2 manual. (Sold)
S2 rhd OTS full resto finished 8/23
S1 3.8 coupe (full restoration now sold)
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#7 Re: Best Replacement Plug Leads ?
Many thanks for all the advice.
As the car runs well I will keep to a standard set up and hopefully new leads and tighter plugs caps will suffice.
Nigel.
As the car runs well I will keep to a standard set up and hopefully new leads and tighter plugs caps will suffice.
Nigel.
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