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Old Jan 12, 2003 | 02:20 PM
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It's amazing!

After I wrapped the cracked coils just with electrical tapes,
I found that I have to press the gas paddle more slightly, or
I will hit the front car.
The acceleration is greatly improved.
Old Jan 12, 2003 | 02:28 PM
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Old Jan 12, 2003 | 03:08 PM
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Re: It's amazing!

Originally posted by northrabbit After I wrapped the cracked coils just with electrical tapes, I found that I have to press the gas paddle more slightly, or I will hit the front car.
The acceleration is greatly improved.
That's good, FYI I've read post from others stating they didn't notice a difference between their crack/tape coils and new coils. This is the reason I'm not in a rush to replace my tape coils, unless for some reason it start arching thru the tape. For now I rather put my dollars else where were it's needed.
Old Jan 12, 2003 | 03:44 PM
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But you don't know if the tape is still ok when the engine is very
hot, for example, in the summer and for a long time driving.

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That's good, FYI I've read post from others stating they didn't notice a difference between their crack/tape coils and new coils. This is the reason I'm not in a rush to replace my tape coils, unless for some reason it start arching thru the tape. For now I rather put my dollars else where were it's needed.
Old Jan 12, 2003 | 03:56 PM
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Re: Re: Re: It's amazing!

Originally posted by northrabbit But you don't know if the tape is still ok when the engine is very hot, for example, in the summer and for a long time driving.
If the hesitation I was getting prior to taping the coil returns, then I'll take a closer look at the tape coils. Ignition parts that are arching have a very distinctive look/color to them. To be honest I'll probably try retaping and if that doesn't work then it's time to invest. I'm going on almost a 365 days with my tape coils and the hesitation has yet to return. I have over driveability issues that
I know is not related to a arching igniton system.
Old Jan 12, 2003 | 07:41 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: It's amazing!

I am one of the owners that had taped coils and replaced them without any noticable difference. I am not saying there isnt one but I didnt feel one. When I took the taped coils out they were still taped so if you use a good tape like 3M then it will stay.
Old Jan 12, 2003 | 09:24 PM
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Y do u tape dem??
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