Ignition Leads

[Dougeh]

Just wondering what are the best ignition leads for a vs II v6? Im looking at magnecore leads as they look as if they are highly recommended :thumbsup: I am not sure where to buy them, a price, or what size would be best? 8.5,9,10mm? So Im after a little of advice and oppinions thanks again fellas :yeah:
EDIT: btw im in WA

 

[semi]

your leads wont do much to be honest, just get a decent pair maybe 8mm and save your money. Unless you have a super high performance engine, the spark will be fine

 

[inais]

So brands of leads dont really matter?

 

[ephect]

not really no, just the standard 8mm, just as long as you dont get a lemon set (which does happen), and grip by the plug dont yank on the leads any should be fine. if you have a monster engine, thats when you consider upgrading to better leads, including coilpacks and whatnot.

 

[inais]

thanks for that.

I done the multi meter test and only the shortest lead (1) came up 20Ohms. So I think i need a change.

Should I replace the plugs at the same time? And how long are plugs and leads usually good for?

 

[ephect]

ive had leads that have lasted years, last time i changed them was when my car running rough. i would change them all at the same time, so you know they are all good.

 

[greenacc]

yeah, do the plugs as well, they cost peanuts anyway. standard bosch or NGK are fine.
Leads, well i'm using magnecore blue, 'electrosports' , cos i got a good price and my mechanic mate reckons they can last 10 years. Plugs i reckon 50000 k's.

 

[sweefu]

i recently got NGK plugs for $24 and top gun 8.8mm leads for $40 all from autobarn, sale is still on

 

[VS_Pete]

Hi guys can someone please tell me what is the best for insulation around the leads.
I`ve got the plastic type and the heat on the passenger side on the motor is just making them brittle and they break off in pieces. :cry:

 

[Andrew426]

Aly foil tape, or some kind of heat shield over you exhaust manifolds perhaps?