Are there home made HT leads for cars?

Are there home made HT leads for cars?

Had home made HT leads on a couple of cars many years back (one a Mk 1 Cortina, and the other my Jag engined Pop) but they were basic copper core cable. Found they worked OK apart from the in-line suppressor in the coil lead constantly working loose with subsequent loss of sparks and car grinding to halt.

How long do HT leads last before they start to go?

Generally, how long do HT leads last before they start to go? I ask because my Polo (although running well) seems to have a very slight misfire at idle, which you barely notice, and the exhaust fumes have a slightly strong smell. Not sure if the smell is all that serious or whether its just me.

Are there any other HT leads like powerspark?

Powerspark’s modern HT lead has been developed throughout the history of this company with improvements in mind, we believe that no other affordable HT lead supplier can match the performance of a Powerspark HT Lead. It has long been known that copper HT leads have limitations.

What makes our UK made HT leads superior?

Our UK made HT Leads use double silicon carbon ferroflex core cable for maximum spark transfer and minimal power loss. This is makes the leads resistant to temperature, water, oil degradation and chemical attack. What makes our HT leads superior?

What kind of HT leads do I Need?

L11 – Specification Custom Fit HT Leads 600mm with Straight Spark Plug Terminals One set of Powerspark 8mm High Quality Double Silicone HT Leads, 600mm in length and terminated straight at the spark plug end. Ideal for use with a side entry distributor…

Generally, how long do HT leads last before they start to go? I ask because my Polo (although running well) seems to have a very slight misfire at idle, which you barely notice, and the exhaust fumes have a slightly strong smell. Not sure if the smell is all that serious or whether its just me.

Where is the spring clip on a HT lead?

The newer type has a small threaded pin in the base of the distibutor cap/coil pack connector, and a small hollow metal cylinder with a small spring clip near the end in the end of the plug lead. It isn’t completely unknown for these to be mixed up by the manufacturer, with one type of fitting on the coil, and the other on the distributor.

How long do HT leads last on a polo?

HT Leads (expiring?) Polo – Roberson Generally, how long do HT leads last before they start to go? I ask because my Polo (although running well) seems to have a very slight misfire at idle, which you barely notice, and the exhaust fumes have a slightly strong smell.