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andrew.searston
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parts ht leads

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hi everyone
does anyone know where i can get hold of ht leads for a side entre distributor cap.
i think the originals has a brass 90 degrees top to them???
i can get hold of the cap just need the leads??
thanks
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i may have some sets with copper 90 degree ends
do you want push on or screw on at the dizzy cap
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what difference does it make???
ive got the cap just need to make up the leads and copper caps.
have u got any new old stock by any chance???? :D
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yes i do
i will look and see what i have the weekend if thats ok
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thats fine, no rush
im not 100% sure if ill have them yet (see my dad first)
could u post some pics of them please :D
and what sort of price.
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just leads £10.00 a set
leads and side entry dizzy £15.00

new old stock

will get photos weekend
i have a photo of some on my van
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just leads £10.00 a set
leads and side entry dizzy £15.00

new old stock

will get photos weekend
i have a photo of some on my van[frame]Image[/frame]
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You buy HT cable by the metre (or by the roll in RS Components) - then you need ends to fit the spark plug. Probably best to try a Motor Cycle place - they do good 'waterproof' caps for the plugs.
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i think he means spark plug leads
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Indeed - that's what I was suggesting!
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:D :D :D :D
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The side entry cap does not need any connector on the end of the cable. Inside the cap, each terminal has a small screw. When loosened, the clean cut cable then pushes into the hole in the side of the cap. The terminal screw is then tightened so that it pierces the cable insulation and connects with the conductor. At the other end, you need a connector for the spark plug. Over the years there were various sorts, some borrowed form other equipment. You can look here: http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/V ... minals.php

If you want total originality then fit the plain metal connectors. More practical is the rubber or plastic cap that screws into the HT cable. You could buy a set of standard copper cored leads from any Minor trader and just cut off the later type of connector at the cap end, or make your own leads from components purchased separately.
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