Magnecor Ignition Wires: Install pics and answers to questions people have asked....

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08-26-2002, 01:08 PM

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Magnecor Ignition Wires: Install pics and answers to questions people have asked....

I finally took pictures of my Magnecor Ignition wires that I installed on my 97 2.8L 12v.
I've had a lot of people ask me about fitment and build quality of the wires. The wires have excellent build quality (same as OEM wires). Fitment is perfect on the plug side, and on the ignition side they are good. I was concerned that the plugs would pop-off the ignition side since the boots weren't quite as long as the OEM boots. After 2k miles they haven't budged. They have a pretty good friction contact so I don't think there will be any issues in the future.

Here are the pics. Lots, so please be patient all you dialup folks.

First the box...
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/magnecorbox.jpg">
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/magnecor_wires.jpg">

Old OEM Wires (Bosch?)
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/old_stock_wires.jpg">

Drivers Side
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/wires_drvr_side.jpg">

Passenger Side
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/wires_pass_side.jpg">

Plug Ends of Wires (Magnecor=RED vs OEM=Black)
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/plug_end.jpg">

Ignition End of Wires (Magnecor vs OEM)
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/29024/oem_vs_magnecor_1.jpg">

OEM cost around $120-$130
and Magnecor's cost $58.80 + SH. (www.cyberauto.com)
Magnecor advertises less engine RF interference, but since I don't listen to FM/AM much, I haven't noticed. (www.magnecor.com)

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08-26-2002, 01:16 PM

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Nice pics. Anybody know if the 30v version uses OEM style plug boots?

I'd like to get a set of upgraded wires, but want to make sure the spark plug holes remain sealed. (The OEM wire has several rubber 'rings' that seal the top of the plug tunnel. Nice clean envrionment in there...very smart.)

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08-26-2002, 01:58 PM

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Magnecor makes 30v wires too..

Make KV85
Yea(Model-Engine-VIN code etc.) 8mm 7mm 8.5mm
2000-1997 V6 engine (30 valve) 60239 67239 65239

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08-26-2002, 05:07 PM

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The 8mm ones I bought have a cap instead of the O rings.

The cap seals the spark plug well from outside elements. Very good quality, and OEM length fitment. I recommend them.

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08-26-2002, 05:07 PM

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Yeah, I am not too enthused by the fact that the ends look so non oem..

on many cars it makes a HUGE difference how the ends perform..

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08-27-2002, 05:26 AM

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Yeah, thats it - thanks! The connector in the lower right corner of the picture...

...(if you click on O.E. type connectors) is exactly what the 30v has - even the goofy little orange plastic thing on top.

I'll do a little reading, and might give these bad boys a try. First place I found 'em at is Olympic, and they run $81.12 for each bank. (233L200 Left / 233R200 Right)

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