Nology Hot Wires

[Cybergrizzly]

I am planning to replace my spark plug wires. Thinking about buying OEM or maybe get a set like the Nology Hot Wires. Somebody is selling me a set of used Nology wires for the price of the new OEM (about $60 I think). A new set of Nology hot wires goes for $125 or so.

Basically, I need to know if the Nology wires are better than the OEM, even if they are used.

Thanks,

 

[DMAN999]

As far as I know the Nology Wires don't really do anything for our Bikes.
Some people use them without any problems and others stated they had arcing issues with them.
I would just buy some 7mm Copper Core Wire (by the foot) from a local Auto parts store as long as your Plug Boots are still in good shape.
I think it cost me about $10 for 10 feet 4-5 years ago when I replaced mine.

 

[dannymax]

I got a set of Nology Hot Wires on ebay right now for a lot less than $60!

Nology Hot Wires '85-'07 Yamaha VMax 1200, VMX12

 

[Cybergrizzly]

As far as I know the Nology Wires don't really do anything for our Bikes.
Some people use them without any problems and others stated they had arcing issues with them.
I would just buy some 7mm Copper Core Wire (by the foot) from a local Auto parts store as long as your Plug Boots are still in good shape.
I think it cost me about $10 for 10 feet 4-5 years ago when I replaced mine.

I think my plug boots are ok, although the rubber around them are pretty shot. I have never changed the wire only. Do you just pull the wire and it will come off, as well as the other end ?

 

[dannymax]

The wire into the plug boot unscrews...in the plug end is a slotted brass connector, behind that a resistor, spring and tiny brass disc (not necessarily in that order)....all these things need periodic maintenance as corrosion builds in there.

The coil end unscrews with the ribbed plastic cap.

 

[RaWarrior]

Snake oil, skip them. At best they work equivalent to a normal wire, they quickly degrade and get arcing issues.

Or just convert to COPs, which can be had for about 1/3 the price of new OEM wires. I got a set of four sticks, and the harness connectors, for $20 shipped off ebay. Easy to install, easier starting, crisper throttle response, never worry about a plug wire or cracked coil again.

 

[naughtyG]

Like Ra said - Nology = waste of time.

Do consider a set of COPs, you won't look back

 

[alorio1]

+1 on what naughty said, and others. I had a set on my old 85 and saw no difference in starting or performance. I too put mine on Ebay to recoupe the money I spent on them..........

Like Ra said - Nology = waste of time.

Do consider a set of COPs, you won't look back

 

[dannymax]

I would imagine they eliminate any spark jump considering the ground straps on them....other than that.....:confused2:

 

[Cybergrizzly]

RaWarrior: I sent a private message last night regarding the sticks and the harness. Please let me know if you got the message.

Al

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