How to Build Custom Spark Plug Leads

Get the vintage aesthetic for your engine bay, and the routing you want by building exactly the lengths you need. This is a guide for building spark plug leads for a classic Mini, but the same principles would apply for any car. Just make sure you are purchasing the right crimps and boots for your application.

The vintage spark plug lead kit for classic Mini: https://stevestonmotorco.com/collections/hardware/products/vintage-spark-plug-lead-kit

The MSD Crimping Tool 3503 used in the video https://www.summitracing.com/parts/msd-3503

Quick list for tools required:
Tape measure
Razor blade
Dielectric grease
Needle nose pliers
A crimping tool

Video Table of Contents
0:00 - Intro
0:28 - Disadvantages of generic spark plug wires
1:35 - Our old stock plug wire
3:24 - Basic Tools Required
3:48 - Measuring your wire length
4:33 - Cutting the wire
5:33 - Stripping the wire
7:40 - Tip for stronger crimps
8:00 - Crimping the spark plug side
10:19 - Crimping the distributor side
13:21 - Resistance check before installing
13:55 - Final thoughts
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