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Re: ignition wires

To: <gboone@sisna.com>
Subject: Re: ignition wires
From: Geegc@aol.com
Date: Mon, 18 Feb 2002 11:25:34 EST
This is good info, and I'll add it to my list of swapable parts for the 
roadsters.

Gary 

In a message dated Mon, 18 Feb 2002 12:16:33 AM Eastern Standard Time, Gary 
Boone <gboone@sisna.com> writes:

> Gary,
> FWIW, the wire sets for a 1979-81 Datsun "A" series engine (210 or 310 models)
> are a perfect fit for the R16 or U20 engine.  The layout of the distributor 
>and
> spark plugs is virtually identical between these engines.  All of the auto 
>parts
> stores have listings for the Datsun 210 and 310 and usually stock the wire 
>sets.
> OTOH, cutting wires to fit can also be done, providing the kit is provided to 
>do
> it.  I made my wire set from bulk MSD cable and the crimp fittings they 
>provided
> with the kit.  They've lasted 14 years so far.
> Gary Boone
> WyCROC
> SRL311-13767
> 
> Geegc@aol.com wrote:
> 
> > I have some pictures of 1600 and 2000 engine compartments with very neat
> > ignition wire sets (totally non original), that have even had a 4 wire 
>spacer
> > block.  Anyone know where nice sets can be bought?  I have seen speed shops
> > on the internet advertise wires, but they have to be cut to fit.  Anyone 
>know
> > if cutting ignition wires creates a problem when reconnecting the ends?
> >
> > Gary C
> > 1966 1600 getting closer each day.
> >
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