Re: 325ix spark plug wires

[Ivan Chou <ichou@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

alex f wrote:

> The wires do not really wear out by themselves and the aftermarket
> manufacturer's claims of 'hotter sparks' form their wires are generally
> bogus.
>
>> What would tell me that my wires are bad, when my motor
>> starts missing?  Arcing in the engine compartment?
>
> Yes and yes.
> You can also inspect the wires insulations for any cracks or signs of
> damage/deterioration.

As a temporary fix, could one simply wrap layers of electrical tape around
the cracked area of the wires?  Just something that came into mind since
you say the wires don't wear out by themselves.. so if it's just the
insulation...

Ivan

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