Solid Metalic Core Wires
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Solid Metalic Core Wires
I recently upgraded to electronic ignition and a hotter coil but I recently heard that the newer plug wires (Type HEI supression RFI wires) cause lower voltage to the plug. Should I purchase metalic core wire sets to improve performance and gas milage? Or is this advice only good for points?
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Re: Solid Metalic Core Wires
With your upgrades you did you are way ahead from stock on power to the plugs, the newer wires are what I would use as they are easier on the electronics and wont give you radio static as solid wires will. My 

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If it Looks good and Works good then it's ok by me. Everything has its issues from time to time...
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Re: Solid Metalic Core Wires
Thanks - good 2 cents.