Wax Wire

[Bodyperson]

For what use does Hughes Engines offer to sale wax wire?

 

[bcschief]

Maybe Plastigauge.

 

[Bodyperson]

Maybe Plastigauge.

Maybe. The only reason i could think of but why not just sell plastigauge?

 

[67Dart273]

Never heard of wax wire A quick search shows something by that name used in jewelry

 

[junkyardhero]

sounding rod for all you needle dicks out there.

 

[Bodyperson]

Never heard of wax wire A quick search shows something by that name used in jewelry

Maybe he makes jewelry too. lol. It sounds like its a lot tougher than plastigauge. First time I had heard of it too.

 

[MoparMike1974]

I think its used for checking piston/valve clearance.

 

[Bodyperson]

I think its used for checking piston/valve clearance.

There ya go!!! Thanks It would retain its shape better than clay. Good call.

 

[408 swinger]

It's for checking angular difference between cylinder heads and intake manifolds. There is a tech bulletin on the site. Can be found in the instructions and articles section.