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Best leads for Vr V6?

Discussion in 'VR - VS Holden Commodore (1993 - 1997)' started by dk4400, Jul 20, 2010.

  1. dk4400

    dk4400 New Member

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    I need to replace the leads on my VR v6, it is a bit worked with a big cam, ported and polished heads etc, Im not sure what brand is the better and what size should I go for 8mm, 8.8mm?
    Any suggestions would be great :)
     
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    Not_An_Abba_Fan Exhaust Guru

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    Unless you are running forced induction or really stupid high compression, a lead is a lead. Doesn't matter what you use.
     
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    RX25SE Real cars are steel cars.

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    As above, stock leads would be fine.

    I alway use genuine Holden. Not much dearer than aftermarket and come with new metal ends.
     
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    Thanks for that, was thinking of going for a set of TopGun 8mm leads with the heat sheilds, around $85 from local Autopro.
     
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    wraith Hand over the dog bikkies

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    As every one has said don't bother. No difference on a stock car.
     
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    I've always used Bosch performance leads and have found them to be reliable. Also, I think there may be a little to gain by using performance plugs such as Bosch super 4's. Maybe those iridium type might be okay. I know they're much longer lasting than standard ones.
     
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    Yeah mate stock leads are fine, don't forget to change your plugs though
     
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    greenacc Searching for the billion

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    Don't bother with Magnecor either, they are supposed to be good for hi temperature, but i managed to melt the boots on track day.
    Genuine are good leads mate, and the heat sheilds actually fit properly so they last for ages.
     
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    Cheers for that, I got some TopGun 8mm leads with new heat shields as well, the old ones didn't have heat shields on them at all,
    seems to have made a difference its idling a bit smoother, plugs where changed not long ago ( 1 month ) so left them in.
    Still need to look at the oxygen sensor yet.
     
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    i am using top gun ones to
     
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    i have top gun 10mm leads and they work a beauty around 120$ and they just give really good throttle response and somewhat better fuel economy
     
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    I wasnt sure about the 10mm ones, thought they might have been to big, but the 8mm seem to be ok, my motor is worked a bit and perhaps should have gone bigger leads.
     

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