Thanks mate, I was doing this for the first time and found it useful. I wasn't sure about what happened with the end of the thin wire, but now I do! Cheers from the UK
thanks for getting to the point. Maybe a little to far in but otherwise very useful with the explanation of the the pointer in the crimp tool facing the center of the two ends of the metal insulator holder.
I believe there are three layers of insulation on the conductor, you removed only two. The inner black later is typically called the suppression layer and contains the conductor which is what you should have exposed and folded into the connector and crimped. Also it is a good idea to use a dielectric grease on the connectors and inside the rubber boots to prevent moisture causing corrosion.
@SinnerSince1962 Depending on the brand of crimpers, you can get them for around $25 off Amazon. Just make sure they are the correct size for your wires.
Well done. Only thing I do differently is I hold the insulation back about 1/16 or 1/8 more than u did so it doesn't bulge out of the taper of connector and can't impede the connection between the plug wire and plug. It probably won't matter here, but I like things to look good and take every caution to ensure functionality.
You did a Good Job and next time.... Cut the Wire a bit longer and " Double Wind " the Wire to make sure the Wire will " Never " failed. NOTE: Get some " Water-Proof " Heat Shrink Tubes and shrink it after crimping. That way it's water-proof and longer lasting. :D
Good vid . I subscribes because I like your channel name . Did the wires work fine without pulling back that black insulation ? I’m just doing this and it’s a PITA to strip anything past what you did. Just wondering if yours worked fine I’ll do it that way. Thanks keep livin the dream . Dream Big
The black center that looks like a fuse is the conductor. That's what carries the current to your spark plugs. It gets folded back over the outer casing, which is the insulation. The center of the wire gets crimped in between the insulation and metal end.
Unless your core is copper, I don't believe there is anything else to strip. From what I understand, the black core is conducive carbon. It carries the voltage.
No your correct . I did a resistance test just to be sure and yes this video was the most informative I could find . Thanks . Like we sat up here in Narthern Canada . Are You Dumb Yet ? Lol
Are there instructions with the kit? Do the metal ends fit all spark plug types? I guess so. And lastly shouldn’t you seal them afterwards with some kind of sealant spray?
The savings you get is making them the exact length they need to be. Not that the factory didn't, but you can also route them better and use looms to your advantage. You basically are in control of how they are applied rather than buying a kit that is pre-cut to most likely factory specs.
The last pre cut set I bought..2 wires we're way too short had to be tight laying on the exhaust manifolds. Besides I'd rather have the straight boots at the spark plugs. Now glad to spend more for 'what I really want.. right the 1st time.. custom fit looks in order.
I like the music selection make me.feel like im workin fast
Everyone should make their videos as simple and straight forward as this. Great job. Thanks.
Thanks. I try and go through all the details i can, even if some of them seem like overkill.
THANK You from a girl who does things on her own and learns from Men like you :)
Nice video. I have the wire kit but I have never done this before, but after your video I'm not worried about doing it. It looks easy.
Thanks mate, I was doing this for the first time and found it useful. I wasn't sure about what happened with the end of the thin wire, but now I do! Cheers from the UK
Thanks man, I'm glad you got a little something from my video, keep wrenching!
Nice! Straight forward and to the point.
Excellent! Just what I needed. The instructions on the Duralast kit were terrible
Hey nice video. It makes sense to build them yourself as most sets are overpriced due to the convenience of being premade.
thanks for getting to the point. Maybe a little to far in but otherwise very useful with the explanation of the the pointer in the crimp tool facing the center of the two ends of the metal insulator holder.
I believe there are three layers of insulation on the conductor, you removed only two. The inner black later is typically called the suppression layer and contains the conductor which is what you should have exposed and folded into the connector and crimped. Also it is a good idea to use a dielectric grease on the connectors and inside the rubber boots to prevent moisture causing corrosion.
Great stuff! Thanks. Nor sure it's worth investing in the tool, which I'm sure would cost me more than the wires, though.
@SinnerSince1962 Depending on the brand of crimpers, you can get them for around $25 off Amazon. Just make sure they are the correct size for your wires.
@@livinthedream8353 Thanks!
Well done. Only thing I do differently is I hold the insulation back about 1/16 or 1/8 more than u did so it doesn't bulge out of the taper of connector and can't impede the connection between the plug wire and plug. It probably won't matter here, but I like things to look good and take every caution to ensure functionality.
Thanks man! Cool video! Thumbs up from me... Stay safe... Rico
Dude I just tried this hopefully this saves my ass thank you so much
That's good 👍. Like those plier
Thanks for posting
Good vid
You did a Good Job and next time.... Cut the Wire a bit longer and " Double Wind " the Wire to make sure the Wire will " Never " failed. NOTE: Get some " Water-Proof " Heat Shrink Tubes and shrink it after crimping. That way it's water-proof and longer lasting. :D
What does "double wind" mean?
Good vid . I subscribes because I like your channel name . Did the wires work fine without pulling back that black insulation ? I’m just doing this and it’s a PITA to strip anything past what you did. Just wondering if yours worked fine I’ll do it that way. Thanks keep livin the dream . Dream Big
The black center that looks like a fuse is the conductor. That's what carries the current to your spark plugs. It gets folded back over the outer casing, which is the insulation. The center of the wire gets crimped in between the insulation and metal end.
Unless your core is copper, I don't believe there is anything else to strip. From what I understand, the black core is conducive carbon. It carries the voltage.
No your correct . I did a resistance test just to be sure and yes this video was the most informative I could find . Thanks . Like we sat up here in Narthern Canada . Are You Dumb Yet ? Lol
Thanks man
thanks...really helpful
Are there instructions with the kit? Do the metal ends fit all spark plug types? I guess so. And lastly shouldn’t you seal them afterwards with some kind of sealant spray?
Thanks!
Awesome video, this "Tutorial" was very helpful for me the DIY. How much will I be saving by doing these wires myself compared to the "Precut Wires"?
I'm not sure that you would be saving much if anything. I got these wires because it was for a complete custom project.
The savings you get is making them the exact length they need to be. Not that the factory didn't, but you can also route them better and use looms to your advantage. You basically are in control of how they are applied rather than buying a kit that is pre-cut to most likely factory specs.
The last pre cut set I bought..2 wires we're way too short had to be tight laying on the exhaust manifolds. Besides I'd rather have the straight boots at the spark plugs. Now glad to spend more for 'what I really want.. right the 1st time.. custom fit looks in order.
Awesome! The "Crimping pliers Mold" is perfect, how did you get it?
I ordered them off Amazon
just slide it in.. and he lafs
whats up HAHASKEETONME what does it mean if the insulation inside the red outter layer on my cables looks orange whn its suppose to be white?
How old are they?
You got a CNC machine in the background?
I do not.
Thanks... It sounded like a CNC cutting a part.
Only we(👍🏽) know why he laughed 😅
what is the difference between this wire and normal cable thanks
What do you mean by normal cable? As in just regular electrical wire?
@@livinthedream8353 yes
@@pakcom-vl9kd they aren't the same. The conductive part of the wire is very different. I believe an hei distributor puts out around 20k volts.
@@livinthedream8353 Thank you
Crimper costs 43.00 today, a big jump from 16.00.
Its walmart resellers lol
You ran that wire too far in.
+charlietow - Yea, I think so too and you are 100% correct.
Too far in the boot?
@@charltonarmstrong9022 Too far into the terminal.
@@Carlitosway211 the terminal? I assume you mean the resister cap?
@@charltonarmstrong9022 The thing he's crimping. He has too much insulation after the crimp.
LAZY FRIENDS AFRAID SCARED OF TRYING NEW THING'S
Not even close. $50
please stop your background music
didn't learn a thing. except that the camera man has a bad case of parkinsons