OTV plug wire kit???????
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Thunder Racing Thunder Racing puts together a kit using Taylor wires. You cut the wires to length then and crimp on the ends. Comes with everything you'll need. I've used their kit before and was happy with it. Plus they are a site sponsor.
http://www.thunderracing.com
http://www.thunderracing.com
Theres also a member here who sells the wires already cut/crimped...I think he uses MSD 8.5s.....Can't think of his name...I pieced together a kit from Summit before I knew the one from Thunder existed...I had to cut/crimp my own..Wasn't too bad...I used the Taylor Spiro-Pros and they've been great for the last 3 years...
--Alan
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Thunder Racing puts together a kit using Taylor wires. You cut the wires to length then and crimp on the ends. Comes with everything you'll need. I've used their kit before and was happy with it. Plus they are a site sponsor.
http://www.thunderracing.com
http://www.thunderracing.com
I used the Taylor OTVC kit before, and hated it. Assembling your own wires is a pain in the ***. The Taylor wires don't have much tolerance to heat and are very prone to cracking, resulting in arcing.
I have since switched to conventional routing of MSD 8.5mm wires.
I have since switched to conventional routing of MSD 8.5mm wires.
Does conventional routing interfere with long tubes? I have a Taylor otvc kit but not sure if ill put it on unless I need to for the headers. I kinda like the look of conventional routing. Clean n stealthy
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As long as you keep the wires close to the engine block you'll be fine. I'm using fiberglass heat sleeves for extra insurance.
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I built my own wires using MSD 8.5 superconductor wires, MSD elbows, Taylor Opti Connectors, and wire dividers. If you know how to use a spark plug wire crimper this can easily be done. I have heard many horror stories about the thunder racing kit, my MSD's have worked and looked great under the hood. The 50 ft of wire is more than enough for our engines. MSD actually makes a universal kit for the LT1 that has everthing you need for like $140. The parts I pieced together only cost $90 from amazon.com
You def. need OTVC wires if you have any kind of headers. Manifolds are only good for stock wiring. I built these wires when I installed my headers and it took about 2 hours. I can't imagine trying to use the factory wires or install aftermarket wires in the factory postion.
You def. need OTVC wires if you have any kind of headers. Manifolds are only good for stock wiring. I built these wires when I installed my headers and it took about 2 hours. I can't imagine trying to use the factory wires or install aftermarket wires in the factory postion.
Conventional rounting is cleaner yes, but you are risking burning a wire or boot. The fiberglass heat shields are dangerous if you have any oil leaks, with LT1's can have. They can cause a fire if soaked with oil or gas.
I did OTVC so I could build them and forget about any problems.
I did OTVC so I could build them and forget about any problems.
You def. need OTVC wires if you have any kind of headers. Manifolds are only good for stock wiring. I built these wires when I installed my headers and it took about 2 hours. I can't imagine trying to use the factory wires or install aftermarket wires in the factory postion.
You def. need OTVC wires if you have any kind of headers. Manifolds are only good for stock wiring. I built these wires when I installed my headers and it took about 2 hours. I can't imagine trying to use the factory wires or install aftermarket wires in the factory postion.
As long as you keep them insulated by the header primaries and keep them tucked towards the block, you'll be fine with almost any wire.
Hats off to your custom made kit though. I will be doing that when the time comes for new wires.
I went OTVC with my MSD's simply for peace of mind, plus they are easier to work with. There is nothing wrong with crimping your own wires, as long as you take your time and do it right. You need to ohm them out as well to make sure they have the right resistance.
The wires are MSD 32129 (comes with the opti boot attached already, unlike the Taylor wires) and the Made For You 8mm looms.
The wires are MSD 32129 (comes with the opti boot attached already, unlike the Taylor wires) and the Made For You 8mm looms.
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I have been running the Thunder racing Taylor OTVC kit for a few months now.
No problems at all, and it looks clean and neat. Measure everything correctly and route it so theres no chance of burning the wires. Theres really no right way to do it, just as long it works for you.
I found two damaged wires tonight while I was changing plugs and adjusting rockers.