Dielectric Grease

[Davan]

Hey, a question about dielectric grease. I got new spark plug wires, and was briefly told i need this...

Can someone explain this to me? Is it really necessary? Do I just coat the contacts with this stuff? Thin coat? Heavy coat? Can I find this stuff at Canadian Tire? Or Home Depot?

Thanks!

[QuasarCav]

just a thin even coat to promote conductivity between the plug end and the wire, most companies include it in there wire packs.

I think it might make removal easier too.

[speedracer]

Non conductive.
Forms an excellant O2 and moisture block.
Can be used as a lubricant for bushings

You can buy this from crappy tire. You can use silicon dielectric grease as well.

Coat the spark plug conector / boot. It creates a seal from moisture.

[91rss]

keeps boot from sticking like hell to plug

[EK 2.0]

Originally posted by 91rss
keeps boot from sticking like hell to plug

Agreed, but use a really light coat of the stuff...Cause it can get a lil messy over a period of time sittin gin spark plug wells...I also use it on my Auto Light Bulbs before I plug them in...

[Davan]

Thanks for the info guys! I'm headed to Canadian Tire right after work.