For those with aftermarket ignitions where the spark is "hot", the metal
in the stock caps and rotors will have MUCH more wear on them quicker.
The brass is more durable and should last longer. I think brass
(compared to stock) also has better conductivity.
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Brian D.
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Deep Amethyst '99 Dakota CC SLT 4x4, 5.2L, 3.55, Auto., Loaded.
Chrome Side Steps, Chrome Grill Guard, Gibson Stainless Steel Catback,
Jacobs Pro-Street Energy Pak, Echlin Brass Cap and Rotor, Soft Tonneau,
and still going...
Heart of Dixie! Alabama.
Joseph DaVolio wrote:
>
> What are the advantages of the brass cap and rotor? What is all the hype??
>
> Joe
>
> >>> "W. Jack Hilton III" <HEMI@charter.net> 05/24 6:13 PM >>>
>
> Yes , I found that out today as well .
>
> What I don't like is that the part of the rotir that contacts the center of
> the cap is not brass , but tin .
>
> I even checked the Standard piece and it was the same .
>
> I guess you can't get one that is totally brass .
>
> At 10:51 AM 5/24/99 -0500, you wrote:
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