1600 ct spark plug tin shroud

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1600 ct spark plug tin shroud

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hi,
have a 1980 vw 25 1600ct devon camper. does anyone know if the spark plug cables have a shroud on them where they pass through the tin ware ie to make the tin wear sealed if that makes sense.at mo there arnt any on mine.
cheers sam

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Re: 1600 ct spark plug tin shroud

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Yes
Available form JK (J10200) and the other usual suppliers.
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there should be no gaps for cooling air to escape

its like having a hole in a coolant hose on a watercooled.

hopefully you also have a thermostat fitted as well and its in good condition ( contracted when cold)

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thanks a lot for you help

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Re: 1600 ct spark plug tin shroud

Post by sarran1955 »

Hello,

Welcome to the Happy Happy world of the 1600 CT engine.

A video link to help:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-5bNznf6-4

Cordialement,

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