Thanks to all who answered my question, both on and off the list. Very
encouraging!
With the right tools, it seems the job can get done well. They even make
tools for taking
your wires OFF the plugs (ahem, Robert!) . :-)
Dave
Robert Lang wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I did some 8mm heli-cores about 8 years ago, the kit came with a
> crimper that fits in the jaws of a bench vise... worked very well.
>
> About the only problem with those wires was that the boots are REALLY
> LONG so you MUST use dielectric grease when you slide the boots onto
> the plugs or they will get stuck (near impossible to remove) or you
> can't get the connector to make tight contact with the plug.
>
> I wound up cutting 1/2" or so off the boots to make installation a bit
> easier, but my situation is pretty much worst case as I frequently
> pull the entire ignition system to do "stuff" on the motor. On the
> plus side, removal installtion is less than 10 min.
>
> :-)
>
> There's no minus, I can have a new ignition system in that time. That
> ALWAYS works when there's a problem. Troubleshooting comes later when
> I have time to putter.
>
> rml
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