Re: BigKev's 1954 Packard Clipper Deluxe Sedan

Posted by BigKev On 2010/4/21 16:19:27

After doing some Google searching people have reported that Packard 440 wire is notorious for broadcasting EMI/RFI. It's really only used in racing and off-road applications anymore. Basically the interference is tripping the induction sensor in the timing light from over 5' away. I am going to try a set of new plugs and see if that helps to reduce the bleed. If not I guess I will end up replacing the wires. Which is a shame as they look great on the car. But I guess I can't go around acting as radio jammer to all the neighbors.

Also that degree of EMI/RFI it is supposed to be pretty nasty to solid-state devices. So that would create an issue for some of the other components that are going to get installed in the car (Hidden radio, alarm, etc).

What type of wire is everyone else using?