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Magnecor Wires 850 1996

posted by  ed850 on  Tue Jun 4 13:30 CST 2002
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So if I optioned for the more expensive Magnecor spark plug wires over OEM wires, does this mean I no longer need to replace them? Thx.








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    Magnecor Wires 850 1996

    posted by  Erwin on  Wed Jun 5 04:13 CST 2002
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    Maybe. But for the cost of Magnecors you could replace wires several times.
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    Erwin in Memphis, '95 855t








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      Magnecor Wires 850 1996

      posted by  ed850 on  Wed Jun 5 05:19 CST 2002
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      True. At 100k, I'll have to decide whether I want to upgrade the coil and use Magnecors, or stick with trusty OEM wires.








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        Magnecor Wires 850 1996

        posted by  Sin on  Wed Jun 5 06:16 CST 2002
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        Due to the design of the Mag's, they will be the last set of wires you put on the car. Are they worth the extra money? Not in my opinion. Do they make a difference? Yes. How so? Much smoother through the rpms under heavy load (i.e. acceleration), some report better mileage, idling, etc, but it is all relative to the wires that were replaced. Why am I running them? A friend had an S70T5SE that he wrecked, and sold them to me for $50 Canadian, with only about 3K km on them. Would I pay the $200+ or so US for them? HELL NO!








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          Magnecor Wires 850 1996

          posted by  ed850 on  Wed Jun 5 10:20 CST 2002
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          Fair enough. But considering that I will be replacing my wires every 100k if I stick with OEM wires, it'll be just about the same in terms of overall cost. Will flip a coin to make decision.








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            Magnecor Wires 850 1996

            posted by  Sin on  Wed Jun 5 12:30 CST 2002
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            You do know you'll have to go through about 3 to 4 sets of Volvo's Bougicord spark plug wires to equal the same cost as Magnecores right? That's 300,000-400,000 km.

            To help cut the tie, I would suggest, if you are happy with the stock wires, stick with them. If you want a slight, but somewhat noticeable improvement, and are willing to pay for it, go for the Mags.








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              Magnecor Wires 850 1996

              posted by  ed850 on  Wed Jun 5 17:21 CST 2002
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              Yeah, that's right. I'm being optimistic. I hope to make my brick last that long, run it to the ground until all I have left is the steering wheel.

              Thanks for the advise, I still 13k before making my decision. Cheers.







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