Mahjik

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Well, I've been doing some work on tracking down a gas odor problem. I was in the process of replacing the PCV, redoing all the hose clamps, general cleaning and such..

Well, while I had all this stuff out, I decided to upgrade my spark plug wires. I got everything in the other day and figured I would spend Saturday putting everything back in the car but ran into a problem.

I changed the trailing wires and then moved onto the leading wires. They were both tough to get out of the coil. However the lower leading connector broke off in the coil. I didn't think it was too much of a problem until I tried to use pliers to remove it. Half of it broke off and then I could see that the rest of it was fused inside the the coil. It actually burnt and melted everything down there...

I ordered a new coil which I hope to have early next week (man the car will never get back on the road at this rate). I guess my questions are as follows:

* Has anyone ever seen something like this?

* What could have caused it?

* Is it a prelude to a bigger problem?

Thanks for any info anyone can provide.....

Mahjik

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^^

matwey

Yes, I had the same problem a while ago. While upgrading my wires, the same thing happend to me. I was able to get it out w/pliers and then sand it smooth. I just made a cone out of 100 grit paper, but mabey a dremmel would work better. (?) Either way, I'm thinking since it'd still be a metal to metal contact, it's fine if there's a little reside of the wire left, but I got lucky and all mine came out, good luck.

Mahjik

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Thanks,

I thought about using a dremmel, but I was hesitant since I could only imagine if there as any other damage caused by this...

I went ahead and ordered a new coil. The $140 for the new coil is more for piece of mind than just a new part.

I'm just curious as to why is happened or if it's "just one of those things that happens"...

luneytune

You may want to consider using silicon paste on the coil ends of the wires to help prevent the arcing/ welding and also prevents moisture infiltration into the area. Silicon paste is available at electrical suppliers and possibly auto parts supplier, under DOW or GE brands but there are others. Silicon paste is actually a good idea in all electrical connectors to prevent corrosion. Just my thoughts.

Mahjik

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Thanks for the suggestion. I'll see about picking some up today or tomorrow. I don't expect my coil to get here until tomorrow or Wednesday.

Turbonut

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Actually, it's a good practice to apply the silicon to both ends of the wires whenever they are removed to avoid the arcing as stated above.

Turbonut

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Sorry for added post, but ask for Dielectric grease.