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    Motors about after dark Michael's Avatar
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    Quote Originally Posted by micmak View Post
    I had the alternator wires touch against the hot headers resulting in some melting and subsequently, a short. I corrected the wiring and then I wrapped the wiring instead of the headers. I am less concerned with the heat in the engine bay, and more interested in prolonging the life of the headers. Apparently wrapping them, does lower the life expectancy.

    ......Mike......
    I bought some wire loom heat wrap just for the wiring in that area. I haven't put it on yet but it is on my long winter refresh list.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Michael View Post
    I bought some wire loom heat wrap just for the wiring in that area. I haven't put it on yet but it is on my long winter refresh list.
    Yep, I think it is a smart move.

    .....Mike.....

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    Besides the alternator wires you must watch out for the wires to the starter and the single wire running to the oil pressure sender on the left side.
    David Teitelbaum

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