Hey folks - anybody have any experience with Magnecor wires? Specifically, I'm considering purchasing either the 7mm or 8mm diameter ones. There is a company on the Web selling the 7mm for $29 and the 8mm's for $31 - UltraRev I think. Which ones should I go for?

Based on what I've read on the Web, it seems like the 8.5mm race wires are overkill and a waste of money for my stock (except for IPD sport exhaust) NA 90 car. Plus they are alot more money!!

Can't wait to get rid of those Bougicord(sp?) POS!

TIA

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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!

I have the 8.5 on my car with the IPD sport exhaust. I put on the wires a couple years back and they have been great. I don't think I ever noticed a performance gain, but I have never had anyproblems with them. they fit the NGK plugs well and the dist. cap as well.

Nothing to special to report. I am pleased and haven't had any problems.

I just installed the 8.5s and like them very much...the bright red complements the black valve cover quite well ;) I can't comment on the performance gains thus far but haven't experienced any problems.

Best,
Adam
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'92 244GL silver-metallic, 150k, Enem V15 cam, Bilstein HDs, IPD sways, upper+lower braces, Cherry-Turbo strut brace, 240 OEM rear spoiler, 15' Dracos, E-codes w/side repeaters, Cowl covers paint-matched, Magnaflow 2.5' mandrel SS exhaust w/Unitek header

The 8.5s might make a difference with your car considering your mods. Probably will do nothing for mine, I'm going to stick with the 7's or 8's, plus the cost is a factor as well...

Is the fit okay? For example, do they fit into the holders okay?

Please update us with any performance comments. Thanks!
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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!

Yup they still fit into the holders just fine. They were installed last weekend but I only got to drive the brick for a few miles before heading back on the train to Boston (Car resides at parent's house). Hopefully this weekend I can do some "spirited" driving.

Best,
Adam
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'92 244GL silver-metallic, 150k, Enem V15 cam, Bilstein HDs, IPD sways, upper+lower braces, Cherry-Turbo strut brace, 240 OEM rear spoiler, 15' Dracos, E-codes w/side repeaters, Cowl covers paint-matched, Magnaflow 2.5' mandrel SS exhaust w/Unitek header

The 8.5s might make a difference with your car considering your mods. Probably will do nothing for mine, I'm going to stick with the 7's or 8's, plus the cost is a factor as well...

Is the fit okay? For example, do they fit into the holders okay?

Please update us with any performance comments. Thanks!
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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!

The 8.5s might make a difference with your car considering your mods. Probably will do nothing for mine, I'm going to stick with the 7's or 8's, plus the cost is a factor as well...

Is the fit okay? For example, do they fit into the holders okay?

Please update us with any performance comments. Thanks!
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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!

Where are you finding the Magnecor wires for $29? Can you provide a url?
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john

John,

Which size would you use/buy? 7mm? 8mm? or 8.5mm? for 91 745 turbo.
This ultrarev place got some good price on Magnecor.
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91 Volvo 745 Turbo, 91 Nissan 300ZX TT, and 01 Volvo S60 2.4T

John, Here you go.....http://www.ultrarev.com/
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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!

What's wrong with Bougicord?? I have used them for years with no issues what-so-ever? Just curious . . . Allen

Here is my short story. When I bought my car 4 years ago it came with Bosch wires, never had a problem with them. After a couple of years of driving (I drive about 20k a year), I thought I should replace them as I didn't know how old they were.

Incidentally, the problem might not be just Bougicord but FCP Groton's quality control as well. I do like Groton very much however...

Based on my reading in the BB, I bought a set of Bougicords from Groton. First set was a mismatched piece of crap so I sent them back. They sent me a new set gratis. Installed them and within a few months, wire #4 came out its connector to the distributor. I reinstalled and applied a little dielectric grease. Okay for awhile then the car began running rough this summer and finallly would hardly run after a rainstorm. Took it apart again and repeated the repair but I've had it, the wires haven't even lasted 24K!

I live in New England and I need dependable starting/running for the wetter fall season and cold winter.

From what I've read, Magnecor is the way to go....

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Jim 90 244DL with 240K!