HT Lead Advice

Jimbo · 22-01-17, 11:05 AM

Hello Everyone,

I recently fitted a new set of spark plugs. While fitting them I thought the HT Leads could probably do with updating, I have had a look at the interwebs and found some Bosch leads that look pretty good.

I also like the look of the magnecore products they are a little more expensive but come with a 10yr gaurentee.

It's probably a little trivial in the grand scheme of things. However any thoughts, opinions or advice are all greatly received

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Hanuman · 22-01-17, 11:12 AM

I've had two cars now which had magnecore leads when purchased. I don't understand the attraction. The assembly quality has been so utterly awful that any gain in ignition performance from the cable is offset enormously by the fact that they generally were fragile.

Bosch. Made for the application. Fit and forget for a decade or so.

Jimbo · 22-01-17, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Real MSH!

I've had two cars now which had magnecore leads when purchased. I don't understand the attraction. The assembly quality has been so utterly awful that any gain in ignition performance from the cable is offset enormously by the fact that they generally were fragile.

Bosch. Made for the application. Fit and forget for a decade or so.

Makes good sense, Cheers

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vorsprung durch technik · 22-01-17, 03:37 PM

As above James,i wouldn't bother with Magnacor never liked the stuff and can't see the point of it. In the old days if you wanted more spark power you bought an uprated high energy coil.

I bought a set of Beru leads for our 2.8 Cabriolet ,Audi prices for the same thing are

and the difference was immediate. The one other thing i think you won't regret doing is buying a new maf.I did and again the difference is telling and a bargain at £39.99 for a genuine one delivered.,engine running better.smoother more power,fuel consumption better etc.

NCTS other than the boss is a very very nice chap,i have used them in the past and i know you won't regret buying one.

Pm me if you want the details of the maf.

Jimbo · 22-01-17, 05:33 PM

Cheers

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steve briance · 22-01-17, 05:33 PM

I have the 8mm Magencor leads...

They happened to come on a spare 7A engine i bought which was a nice bonus! I fitted them to my current engine in the car and i have to say there was a noticeable difference in that a 'harshness' passing through 5000rpm was no longer there. they look alright to me and click into place nicely on the plugs. not sure what element of their build quality is below par?

On reflection, i put the improvement down to the coil lead being the original 27 year old item as far as i know. I did get a replacement set from Audi about 13-14 years ago (had the car 15 years) as the leads on the car when i bought it were leaking spark out through the side of the lead, but - the 'set' didn't include coil lead.

I never bothered getting a new coil lead and when i took my old item off to put the magnecor on, i tested it. Resistance was fine and within spec however, when it flexed the reading went all over the place!

sinbin5t · 22-01-17, 06:58 PM

Bosch gets a

from me

Jimbo · 22-01-17, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steve briance

I have the 8mm Magencor leads...

They happened to come on a spare 7A engine i bought which was a nice bonus! I fitted them to my current engine in the car and i have to say there was a noticeable difference in that a 'harshness' passing through 5000rpm was no longer there. they look alright to me and click into place nicely on the plugs. not sure what element of their build quality is below par?

On reflection, i put the improvement down to the coil lead being the original 27 year old item as far as i know. I did get a replacement set from Audi about 13-14 years ago (had the car 15 years) as the leads on the car when i bought it were leaking spark out through the side of the lead, but - the 'set' didn't include coil lead.

I never bothered getting a new coil lead and when i took my old item off to put the magnecor on, i tested it. Resistance was fine and within spec however, when it flexed the reading went all over the place!

Cheers

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Jimbo · 22-01-17, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sinbin5t

Bosch gets a

from me

Cheers

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22-01-17, 11:12 AM	#2
Hanuman Trickster Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Heckling from the cheap seats, Phnom Penh, KoW Posts: 7,006	I've had two cars now which had magnecore leads when purchased. I don't understand the attraction. The assembly quality has been so utterly awful that any gain in ignition performance from the cable is offset enormously by the fact that they generally were fragile. Bosch. Made for the application. Fit and forget for a decade or so. __________________ I wish they would keep the damned Chinese away now that I can go home, so that I can enjoy Fish amok and a draught Angkor

22-01-17, 03:37 PM	#4
vorsprung durch technik 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Near Watford. Posts: 7,753	As above James,i wouldn't bother with Magnacor never liked the stuff and can't see the point of it. In the old days if you wanted more spark power you bought an uprated high energy coil. I bought a set of Beru leads for our 2.8 Cabriolet ,Audi prices for the same thing are and the difference was immediate. The one other thing i think you won't regret doing is buying a new maf.I did and again the difference is telling and a bargain at £39.99 for a genuine one delivered.,engine running better.smoother more power,fuel consumption better etc. NCTS other than the boss is a very very nice chap,i have used them in the past and i know you won't regret buying one. Pm me if you want the details of the maf. Last edited by vorsprung durch technik; 22-01-17 at 04:38 PM. Reason: Wrong name.

22-01-17, 05:33 PM	#5
Jimbo Grown up member Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 384	Cheers Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 1995 Audi Coupe 2.8 Quattro

22-01-17, 05:33 PM	#6
steve briance Newbie! Join Date: Oct 2016 Posts: 18	I have the 8mm Magencor leads... They happened to come on a spare 7A engine i bought which was a nice bonus! I fitted them to my current engine in the car and i have to say there was a noticeable difference in that a 'harshness' passing through 5000rpm was no longer there. they look alright to me and click into place nicely on the plugs. not sure what element of their build quality is below par? On reflection, i put the improvement down to the coil lead being the original 27 year old item as far as i know. I did get a replacement set from Audi about 13-14 years ago (had the car 15 years) as the leads on the car when i bought it were leaking spark out through the side of the lead, but - the 'set' didn't include coil lead. I never bothered getting a new coil lead and when i took my old item off to put the magnecor on, i tested it. Resistance was fine and within spec however, when it flexed the reading went all over the place!

22-01-17, 06:58 PM	#7
sinbin5t 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Where a spike points skywards Posts: 12,960	Bosch gets a from me