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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 05:53 PM
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wires burning to headers

ok so my wires are a bit close to my headers and are burning pretty badly. iv had to replace 2 wires recetly and dont want ot keep replacing them, what can i do/make to stop it from getting so hot, is there some type of shield i can make for this, or should i just get heat tape ?
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 06:49 PM
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Re: wires burning to headers

Angled boot plug wires, spark plugs that are shorter and made for headers, and wire looms to keep them away from the headers.
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 06:57 PM
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Re: wires burning to headers

i should have mentioned i have that already lol. i have acell super stocks
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 07:09 PM
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Re: wires burning to headers

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DEI-010701-Protect-A-Boot-Wire-Kit-Silver-Plug-Wire-Heat-Insulation-2-Pack-/380629964482?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item589f5056c2&vxp=mtr


These or wrapping the headers will help.
Or check this section out in jegs
http://www.jegs.com/c/Tools_Heat-Shi...11801/10002/-1

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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 07:17 PM
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Re: wires burning to headers

thanks, this is just what i need
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Old Nov 9, 2013 | 11:47 AM
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Re: wires burning to headers

i put some of that aluminum tape on the header side of my angled plug wires, and iv never had a burning problem w them.. maybe try that
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Old Nov 9, 2013 | 04:57 PM
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Re: wires burning to headers

This is what I use.
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