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Is there an easy way to install this wire that will keep it away from the exhaust?
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pictures would help...

but likely, the answer is a zip tie.
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Yes I thought of that, but there wasn't a zip tie on the old one, so there must be a way route it so it stays separated.
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Scratches head - what is a cole wire?
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Scratches head - what is a cole wire?
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OK, coil wire?
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coil wire?
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rotate the cap so that the wire doesn't hang down as much. on later models there is a clip that the cap indexes that assists in this.

is the wire aftermarket? it shouldn't be that close to the exhaust at all...
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Aha - the HT lead.

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Quote "is the wire aftermarket?" Yes, from scooterwest, with the cap already attached. $20. I will attempt in the morning, I have to lay it on the right side so I can see up her dress.
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I'm sure you will be relieved to know I installed the new coil wire today. It took about 2 hours with much getting up and down to either get another tool or take a peek from the other side. I managed to get a zip tie installed to keep it away from the exhaust this time. That chore only took a measly 30 minutes. I was telling myself I will not buy another Vespa. It is much too difficult to do basic maintenance on this scoot. If only the fender cowls were removable like they were on the old 2 strokes.
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Lazy scooter---- Why yes dear, that is a car tire! I thought everyone used them!
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Darkside on a GTS. I love it. Mind sharing the tire size?
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Darkside on a GTS. I love it. Mind sharing the tire size?
See the Darkside thread I just started.
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I presume the battery and all fluids were removed prior this delicate operation?

To save confusion and for future topic searches maybe it's a good idea to amend the thread tile to Coil wire (HT lead).
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I presume the battery and all fluids were removed prior this delicate operation?

To save confusion and for future topic searches maybe it's a good idea to amend the thread tile to Coil wire (HT lead).
I understood what he meant , I do live in the south, though not originally from here.
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I understood what he meant , I do live in the south, though not originally from here.
I was thinking of saving confusion more for us Brits.
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I had to remove the battery to get to the coil wire. Oil and water stay put, no problem
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Touring300 wrote:
I was thinking of saving confusion more for us Brits.
I'm sorry, but y'all are way past the point of help.
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I understood what he meant , I do live in the south, though not originally from here.
hey, y'all wanna talk 'bout tars?
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hey, y'all wanna talk 'bout tars?
there are plenty of threads on those, please do a search and read before posting more. now if you want to discuss earl.........
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