RED SPARK PLUG WIRE BOOTS ???

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 11-19-2022, 12:31 PM

Hey guys... So if you have been following my build, you saw that I decided it was important for my valve covers and spark plug wire boots to match!

In doing so, i purchased a set of 2,500F boots from trusty old AMAZON and after 3-4 data log sessions, they are turning black and im worried they are going to melt and catch fire... thoughts?

Also, anyone found a brand that wont turn black?
Or do i need to put vanity aside and get some proper titanium versions from Katech or others?

AZIROC · 11-19-2022, 03:14 PM

Out of curiosity.... coated or uncoated headers?

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 11-19-2022, 05:00 PM

Coated...

SHE'Z 18 · 11-19-2022, 06:07 PM

Following this thread. I’m in the beginning stages of my build. BTW, where did you get your coils/wires from? Looks perfect

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 11-19-2022, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SHE'Z 18

Following this thread. I’m in the beginning stages of my build. BTW, where did you get your coils/wires from? Looks perfect

Thank you, I like them also (minus the burnt boots) I got the coil relocation kit and cables from Katech, and the MSD coils off Amazon. My build thread is here, if you want to see more...

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609588

20Bluezl1 · 11-19-2022, 06:36 PM

I used the MSG wires and the heat burned right through one wire. Yes my headers are coated with Swaintech which is one of the best and the wires where not touching the headers. I switched to Granatelli wires with boots and they are great.

https://granatellimotorsports.com/i-...1811htblb.html

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 11-19-2022, 07:02 PM

Thank you

Joshinator99 · 11-19-2022, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 20Bluezl1

I used the MSG wires and the heat burned right through one wire. Yes my headers are coated with Swaintech which is one of the best and the wires where not touching the headers. I switched to Granatelli wires with boots and they are great.

https://granatellimotorsports.com/i-...1811htblb.html

Another vote for Granatelli wires here. They’re very nice and work mint.

SHE'Z 18 · 11-19-2022, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joshinator99

Another vote for Granatelli wires here. They’re very nice and work mint.

Are you guys using wire protectors in addition to the Granatelli wires? Or, are those wires rated for extremely high temps? Thanks

Joshinator99 · 11-19-2022, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHE'Z 18

Are you guys using wire protectors in addition to the Granatelli wires? Or, are those wires rated for extremely high temps? Thanks

The top of line ones come with the additional fire sleeves. Not cheap but I’ve been running them for a year and a half with zero issues.
https://granatellimotorsports.com/i-...%7Cyear%3D2017

Smokin19 · 11-20-2022, 07:02 AM

I switched to Granatelli wires with my build because of the zero resistance they provide. Not running any boots and don't feel I need them. My headers are not coated either.

45LongColt · 11-22-2022, 07:49 PM

I have the DEI Protect-a-boots from Phastek and no issues so far with scorching through.

JSH · 11-22-2022, 08:41 PM

To each his own. I view mine as a tool that's all about function and will never see a car show, but I keep the exterior nice.

20Bluezl1 · 11-22-2022, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JSH

To each his own. I view mine as a tool that's all about function and will never see a car show, but I keep the exterior nice.

I hear you My car is definitely not a show car it's a track car bearly drive on the street but I want the best I could afford that works flawlessly.

11-19-2022, 12:31 PM	#1
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,048	RED SPARK PLUG WIRE BOOTS ??? Hey guys... So if you have been following my build, you saw that I decided it was important for my valve covers and spark plug wire boots to match! In doing so, i purchased a set of 2,500F boots from trusty old AMAZON and after 3-4 data log sessions, they are turning black and im worried they are going to melt and catch fire... thoughts? Also, anyone found a brand that wont turn black? Or do i need to put vanity aside and get some proper titanium versions from Katech or others? Attached Images __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

11-19-2022, 05:00 PM	#3
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,048	Coated... __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

11-19-2022, 07:02 PM	#7
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,048	Thank you __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: Katech CNC Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC Coated ARH + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + E85 + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster + Synergy Fender Tank ALL the RED Rear End BMR Goodies + JRE Terminator Cam Package + Remote Tuning and Moral Support from TED @ JRE BMR Motor Mounts + DMS Front HX + FIC 30's + APEX SM.10's + 305/345 R888R's = 770rwhp 785rwtq @E50 13.5psi

11-20-2022, 07:02 AM	#11
Smokin19 Drives: 19' ZL1 A10, w/pdr Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: S.W. ohio Posts: 1,551	I switched to Granatelli wires with my build because of the zero resistance they provide. Not running any boots and don't feel I need them. My headers are not coated either. Attached Images __________________ BTR Stg II cam w/ 38% fuel lobe, ARH 2" headers into 3" w/cats, AWE Touring, Kong X port, Weapon X triple ht exchangers, NW 103, Rotofab big gulp, DSX lowside, TCM tune, BMR Lockout, Mustang dyno 720 rwhp, 634 rwtq on 93 pump.

11-22-2022, 08:41 PM	#13
JSH Drives: '20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Mile High Posts: 3,558	To each his own. I view mine as a tool that's all about function and will never see a car show, but I keep the exterior nice. Attached Images __________________ '20 ZL1 1LE A10, OEM short block, LME heads/valve train, E2650. 100+ octanes, no eth, no meth, no N2O. 2/23 - 1031/1004 wheel. 4/23 - 1.41/9.61/145 at DA 7000 ft. (only made five passes). 2/24 - LME 390, E2650, FBO, 100 oct.; 1116hp/ 1063tq; 109 oct. dyno next.

11-19-2022, 03:14 PM	#2
AZIROC Drives: '86 IROC-Z '18 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Arizona Posts: 734	Out of curiosity.... coated or uncoated headers?

11-19-2022, 06:07 PM	#4
SHE'Z 18 Drives: 18 ZL1 - M6 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: MI Posts: 440	Following this thread. I’m in the beginning stages of my build. BTW, where did you get your coils/wires from? Looks perfect

11-19-2022, 06:36 PM	#6
20Bluezl1 Drives: 2020 Zl1 A10 Riverside Blue Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: NJ Posts: 1,219	I used the MSG wires and the heat burned right through one wire. Yes my headers are coated with Swaintech which is one of the best and the wires where not touching the headers. I switched to Granatelli wires with boots and they are great. https://granatellimotorsports.com/i-...1811htblb.html

11-22-2022, 07:49 PM	#12
45LongColt Drives: 2018 Zl1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 145	I have the DEI Protect-a-boots from Phastek and no issues so far with scorching through.

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