On Jan 19, 2015, at 5:24 PM, Al Kozakiewicz wrote:
> Be aware that modern OEM spark leads are resistive; usually something like a
> carbonized cotton "conductor" or perhaps monel or a similar alloy with an
> appropriate insulation. Been that way for decades.
>
> Low resistance copper ignition wire is pretty much unusable except with
> carbureted racing engines. The attendant RFI plays havoc with engine control
> computers needed for EFI, never mind the radio.
>
> Al
> AB2ZY
> ________________________________________
Took awhile for my brain to spin up..... "Packard 440"
http://enginebarn.myshopify.com/products/7mm-packard-440-spark-plug-wire
https://www.brillman.com/store/configurable_product_detail/7mm-packard-440-ac-delco-spark-plug-wire-sold-by-the-foot-302
If you were any good, in 1958, you could tell what model car was within 2
miles, on your Hallicrafters S20R. 1957 Ford Fairlanes were good for four
miles.
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