Bulk spark plug wires

[landman]

Would this be the right stuff?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KQ2JNLI/ref=pe_457150_294474760_em_1p_0_im

[Hawk312]

I would say that would be close for factory wires, and the 28AWG would be close for aftermarket wires. 

But I am not sure how you will glue them in place with silicone insulation?

[Rat Roaster]

Depends. People seem to have forgotten that: before the rise of 8MM plug wires and High Energy Ignitions for 1975 the standard plug wire diameter over the insulation was 7MM.

To duplicate that in 1/25 scale the closest thing is 34AWG wrapping wire. And 34AWG insulated wire is not cheap.

[mrmike]

I use 26 AWG wrapping wire that I got from the local Radio Shack before they closed.  Been using that for years.

[dshue76]

7mm in 1/25 = .011" or .28 mm, in 1/24= .0117" or .292 mm

8mm in 1/25= .0125" or .32 mm, in 1/24= .013" or .333 mm

Most wires I see used on models are far larger than this. But in 1/24=1/25 scale, I wouldn't worry about the difference in size between 7 mm and 8 mm wires. 

[landman]

I use bare 30 AWG that I paint. I was wondering if some of that colored wrapping wire might save me the painting,however coated 30 isn’t 30 anymore.

[peteski]

Bare 30 AWG wire is 0.010" diameter.  A 30 AWG insulated wire wrapping wire has a total diameter (including insulation) of around 0.016".  That is useful for 7/8mm spark plug wires in 1:24/25 scales.  I have bunch of wire wrapping wire I bought from an electronic surplus vendor.  It has Kynar insulation which can be glued with CA glue.

[mademan]

way cheaper..... Ive been using this for years.  https://www.ebay.ca/itm/P-N-B-30-1000-30AWG-Tin-Plated-Copper-8-Wire-Colored-Insulation-Test-Wrapping-CE/302439866406?epid=2194709115&hash=item466ad22026%3Ag%3AtToAAOSwojxZm933&_sacat=0&_nkw=wrapping+wire&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC4.A0.H0.Xwrapping+wire.TRS5

[Kit Basher]

I use 34 AWG insulated wire, but if you want 30 AWG insulated, I got six rolls: 2 red, 2 black, 2 aluminum, at Dollar Tree for $1.

[landman]

Thanks guys, now I know what to get. I had read this all before on another thread, but do you think I could remember it? Must be a sign of something. 

[Hawk312]

2 hours ago, mademan said:

way cheaper..... Ive been using this for years.  https://www.ebay.ca/itm/P-N-B-30-1000-30AWG-Tin-Plated-Copper-8-Wire-Colored-Insulation-Test-Wrapping-CE/302439866406?epid=2194709115&hash=item466ad22026%3Ag%3AtToAAOSwojxZm933&_sacat=0&_nkw=wrapping+wire&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC4.A0.H0.Xwrapping+wire.TRS5

Hi Mademan

Does CA glue hold this wire well?

[Belugawrx]

2 hours ago, Kit Basher said:

I use 34 AWG insulated wire,

And please sir , where did you get this wire..?

[Kit Basher]

2 hours ago, Belugawrx said:

And please sir , where did you get this wire..?

https://www.micronmeters.com/product/miniature-insulated-wire-34-awg-uaa-uba

I believe they have a 50 foot minimum. There are several colors, and they have 32 AWG as well. 34 AWG works perfectly with R&M of MD pre-drilled distributor caps.

Edited August 6, 2018 by Kit Basher

[Belugawrx]

Cool

I've ordered a couple rolls of the single core, and will report back when I receive them .

Thanx Hugh

[Hawk312]

Am I the only one having trouble finding wire that will adhere to CA glue?

[Belugawrx]

2 hours ago, Hawk312 said:

Am I the only one having trouble finding wire that will adhere to CA glue?

that's totally off topic

[Jantrix]

This is 30 gauge wrapping wire. The insulation from a larger gauge for the boots. There are those that say 30 gauge is too big and not to scale. Mathematically they are correct. I think it looks good so I'm happy with it.

[peteski]

12 hours ago, Jantrix said:

This is 30 gauge wrapping wire. The insulation from a larger gauge for the boots. There are those that say 30 gauge is too big and not to scale. Mathematically they are correct. I think it looks good so I'm happy with it.

If you are trying to build an accurate model then  that wire (0.016" diameter) is a bit too large for factory stock wires. Bu it is a good representation of some high-performance wires used in hot rods, pro-street cars and such.

Edited August 8, 2018 by peteski

[Belugawrx]

This is single strand, coated, 34 AWG

 

I like it,..I think after I touch up about 100 spots on the intakes and make some boots, I'll brush the leads with some Dullcoat,...done.

Thanks a ton for the link to  www.micronmeters.com  Kit Basher.

And Thanks to RandyD for setting me up with those beautiful distributors from Historic Racing Miniatures

Cheers

 

Edited August 18, 2018 by Belugawrx
forgot sumthin

[Kit Basher]

3 hours ago, Belugawrx said:

Thanks a ton for the link to  www.micronmeters.com  Kit Basher.

 

 

You're welcome. That Ferrari engine looks fantastic in every way.

[mademan]

On 8/6/2018 at 6:14 AM, Hawk312 said:

Hi Mademan

Does CA glue hold this wire well?

yes. thats all I use