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Author Topic: coil wires  (Read 747 times)

Offline Bill Conquest

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coil wires
« on: December 18, 2011, 03:54:53 PM »
I just recieved my new coil wires & caps - will replace coils, wires & all at one time. I was wondering about the end pieces they supplied - looks like they just crimp on..should I try to solder them instead?
thanks, Bill
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Offline montmil

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Re: coil wires
« Reply #1 on: December 18, 2011, 06:38:58 PM »
Can you de-solder the OEM wire terminals- those that fit into the coil terminals- and reuse them? They are the best option and superior to the crimped-on variety. I did this on both my R65s after advice from others on this forum. Glad I did.

If you are fitting NGK plug caps, they have a pointy threaded screw that the wire secures to. Be sure to guide the wire's core onto the threaded portion. I used a scratch awl to slightly open the conductor and insure good contact.

Monte
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Offline Bill Conquest

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Re: coil wires
« Reply #2 on: December 18, 2011, 11:22:53 PM »
Thanks Monte, i'll give that a try. Caps were already attached so I don't have to worry about that part.
Bill
79 r65/75 r60/76r75/76r100