Re: [DMCForum] Ignition upgrading

[DMCVIN6683 <dmcvin6683@xxxxxxxxx>]

Also get the PJ Grady water pipe to pump silicone hoses 1WPSKIT $28.00

Mark V





On Friday, October 1, 2004, at 07:33  PM, Walter Coe wrote:

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> Louie, the silicone hoses are nice.  While you are under the
> intake manifold, consider filling those casting voids with
> hi-temp silicone RTV.  It will make the engine stink for
> about 3 weeks, but it does a lot to keep rot out of there.
> It takes most of 3 tubes to totally fill it.
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> The main vacuum leak to worry about is that vacuum switch
> with 3 hoses on it.  Make sure it isn't leaking.  They can
> leak around where the metal is crimped around the plastic.
> If it is loose, it leaks.  I didn't realize this was a
> problem on mine until I already had the intake manifold back
> on.  So I gooped it up by reaching under there with my
> fingers.  I was surprised I could get my hand in there far
> enough.  But better to do it while you have the manifold
> off.
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> As for the plug wires, I recommend staying with the carbon
> weave wire and not using solid wire that will mess up your
> AM radio reception.
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> Just because the platinum plugs are the most expensive, it
> doesn't mean they work the best.  I have heard that copper
> is the best, but they wear out the quickest.  Silver tip is
> next best and last longer.  Platinum is bullet proof, but
> dont run the car as well.  I have only learned this from
> anecdotes, so if you can get any more opinions, pay
> attention and let me know what you find.
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> Walt
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