Electrical: Ignition cable set question.

[55cmndr]

Hello-

I need to replace the ignition cable set on my 1955 Studebaker Commander - 259 V8.
The last set I purchased was from Studebaker International.

I looked on the Napa home page,and although they do have distributors, rotors and such, for some reason they don't show any ignition cable sets for my car.
I plan to call them in the morning.

What is the best quality/ performance ignition cable set out there?


Thanks-


55CMNDR

[Bud]

NAPA has a universal set available with extra long leads. You have to crimp on the distributor terminals once you determine the proper lead length. I've used them and they work fine. Bud

[Bud]

As an added note, Pertronix also makes a universal wire set that looks like the original leads, but has a low resistance metallic core. They will also need to be terminated on the distributor end. Bud

[studegary]

My answer to your question is Scott Performance Wires. They do not sell direct/retail, but have supplied some Studebaker vendors.

[stall]

I think you avoid a ton of problems if you go with 8mm wires. I found the difference very noticable IMHO

[Clem64]

Are you just looking for a set of good quality made in USA wires with a lifetime warranty that fit the Stude V-8 well and are reasonably priced? Go to your local parts store and ask for MAGSTAR Gold Professional Spark Plug Wire Set #12-8202 (Big Block Chevy). $19 last time I bought another set, and am quite pleased with them on the Cruiser and Hawk.