ZERO OHM plug wires for more mpg?

[zonker]

Originally Posted by jamesqf

Seems as though all this discussion has become moot, since spark plugs are slated to become outdated technology: Lasers Could Replace Spark Plugs, Making Engines More Efficient | Popular Science

yes, lasers, led illumination, solar panels, and kamm shaped bodies are all on the horizon, but the $$ of buying the new car won't offset my need for a larger gapped fine wire spark plug lol.

[zonker]

Originally Posted by suspectnumber961

Not sure where I found this....
One solution is to voltage match the plugs, that's what I did in my car after this last round of acetone testing. I took the standard copper plugs it came with and measured voltage at 180psi @ .039" gap (about 42kV) then opened up the gap on an Iridium until it matched, I had to get a .052" gap to match the voltage between them.

I want the test equipment in your garage!!

What's your address?? ;-)

[gone-ot]

FWIW--Laser Ignitiators are already in-use in space-based products, both for combustion ignition (thrust motors) and explosives (detonators).

[UFO]

Originally Posted by jamesqf

Seems as though all this discussion has become moot, since spark plugs are slated to become outdated technology: Lasers Could Replace Spark Plugs, Making Engines More Efficient | Popular Science

Hopefully it's gassers that will become outdated, and not just spark plugs.

Diesel baby!

[some_other_dave]

Originally Posted by jamesqf

Seems as though all this discussion has become moot, since spark plugs are slated to become outdated technology: Lasers Could Replace Spark Plugs, Making Engines More Efficient | Popular Science

IIRC, they've been "coming in the next year or two" for at least five years so far... I personally am not holding my breath.

-soD

[Grant-53]

Fat wires are for insulation against heat in the engine compartment. For road use I still recommend ignition sealer around the distributor cap if it is near the front of the engine. I had 4 cyl. FWD car simply quit on the road during heavy rain.

[rmay635703]

Something else of note, if you are making your plugs "Hotter" on antique vehicles don't be surprized if it causes other issues.

My subaru 360 is notorious for burning holes in pistons when the plugs are too hot. I would estimate there are other antiques with this same issue.

[30mpg]

I put these on my car along with a light weight battery and it ran smoother and probably more efficiently too.$40 Lightweight battery - YouTube

[Grant-53]

The 8.5 refers to insulation thickness. The conductor resistance needs to be within a certain range as listed in the repair manual. Too little resistance in the wires allows spark noise (electromagnetic radiation) that interferes with the electronic control modules and the nearby radio or cell phone. Unless you got a great deal on the wires the extra price is not warranted since the stock wire insulation is adequate in this case. Depending on what part of the country you are in winter temperatures will affect the output of the battery. A blanket over the engine, a heat lamp underneath, and trickle charge on the battery may be needed below 15 F. For now enjoy the benefits of the tune up and reduced weight. I no longer work in a NAPA auto parts store but we did sell high performance ignition components to drag racers.

[H-Man]

Originally Posted by Joenavy85

just go find where the Blues Brothers live and take their car, it had cop suspension, a cop engine, cop radio, cop interior,.... i'm sure it had cop ignition as well, lol

Retired cop cars are fun. I've found they will get the family through hard times, but the car takes the first chance to fall apart (without causing you too much trouble) it is given.