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| Author: | DAJUJ [ Sun Nov 16, 2014 4:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Wire GA Recommendation Please |
I've finally begun wiring in an HEI system to my 63 Valiant. What wire gauge should I use to connect my single-pickup electronic distributor (2 wires) to the HEI module? I am thinking 16 gauge? Thank you for your help. |
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| Author: | Reed [ Sun Nov 16, 2014 4:34 pm ] |
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Thicker is better. I would go at least 14, or 12. Don't forget the relay. |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Sun Nov 16, 2014 4:37 pm ] |
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Sixteen is fine. There is only a very small amount of current flow. It would not hurt to twist the wires, to help prevent picking up electrical noise. |
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| Author: | DAJUJ [ Sun Nov 16, 2014 5:49 pm ] |
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Thanks for the responses. I have mounted the relay, module, and coil in the car, and just beginning to put them altogether. |
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| Author: | Matt Cramer [ Mon Nov 17, 2014 11:52 am ] |
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The current from a sensor is tiny; 20 gauge would be fine. Below that I'd be more concerned about the mechanical strength of the wires than overloading them. |
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