Spark Plug Ignition Wire Looms On The Cheap - DIY & Save $$$

I show you how I made spark plug wires look cool with zip ties
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[@AodhMacRaynall-dr1sf]

Okay, a man that cares as much about aesthetics as function gets my subscription.

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

*"You've got nobody to please but yourself."* -Rat Rod Bob Awesome words, never more true than today!

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Preach!

[@keithalbrecht4785]

Bob those red wires make it look amazing!!! The hole truck lookin' amazing!!! Your gettin'er done! That's another peace of Rat Rod Art!!!

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Thanks brother!

[@gmcnelly2468]

Bob, you could consider buying the wires with 135 degree ends. It might save a little time. just saying. Keep up the good work!

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

I suppose he never thought of that after building motors more than 45 years,,or he is retired with more time than money ?

[@stanleymartin1613]

Really neat wiring job Bob. JYD is looking meaner every step of the way. I'm digging the paint job. Looking forward to seeing the finishing touches on paint. Enjoyed watching ✌️

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Ole JYD be howling at the moon real soon.

[@robertbanks6870]

Love old timer I like visiting him I love old school engine builder and his work

[@devares28]

@@RatRodBobBuilds qeqzza

[@kevinkirk4285]

Man! Attention to detail is what it's all about. Tidy wiring sets it apart from the "also-ran" builds. Takes longer but the results are what matters. It's a work of art! I love Big Block Chevies!

[@ChitownRon]

I think you hit the sweet spot 15 min video with a 20 second commercial break. Give a holler at the red.

[@N-Scale]

That is a super idea Bob

[@barryellis7283]

The details separate the men from the boys. Your approach is the same as mine. Good work and done without expense. I usually put the boot on first before crimping the end on…just me. Great video, Bob.

[@chrissweet6298]

Enough rat rods you’ve moved your self into custom cars to be a iconic builder I’m on stand by buddy

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

The last of a dying breed for me. My next two are gonna be Rat Rods with a capital R!

[@carterleggett2478]

Looking great, I know that trick with zip ties you did a fantastic job on that professor Bob

[@debluetailfly]

That looks good, and keeps the wires off the headers to boot.

[@WrightBrosRC]

I supposed to be making groceries Bob, but I had to check out your loom. I like that clean and organized look too. 👍

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Ok ... now get back to makin them groceries. LOL

[@1957kwick]

It’s funny how they always give you black ends for the distributor and not red ones to match the plug ends🛠🇺🇸🛠🤔

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

I'd rather black on both ends ... and may still change em out.

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Nice work.. Thanks for sharing. No need to apologize for not racing thru your builds. The time to race a build is when it's finished to your satisfaction and quality. Best if Health and long life to you and yours.👍

[@darrenbrisson4336]

Looking great Bob its all in the details Bob never stop building rods

[@dontrump9362]

All you need now BOB is white headers! RED. WHITE. &. BLUE. 👍🇺🇸 as always Bob, great video and cool tricks with the zip ties. Zip ties are under rated as they should be second to duct tape. 👍😂 That beast is going to look good in your 😉 rat rod. You have good taste Sir. Take care and until your next video, take care. 🍺🇺🇸🙏

[@280zone]

I like that idea, might just modify it a bit and steal it:) I have found a good lubricant for the spark plug wires while installing the boots is dielectric grease. Kills two birds with one stone.

[@kevinl.2291]

Turned out really nice Bob. Motor is looking freaking awesome. ✌️😎👍

[@xKmotx]

Super clean wiring install Bob, looks great!

[@JayHutchG]

The wire loom setup looks great Bob. Inventive and effective + you did it yourself. Always gives me more pleasure when I do it myself and it still looks good. It's gotta look good or it's got to be redone some other way. I am NOT OCD - I am CDO (alphabetical order) I'm going to try this mod myself.

[@stevecr8934]

Sitting here thinking I should pull my new motor back out and paint it the color of my truck. Thanks Bob. Details are what makes it your Rat Rod Bob.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Maybe but most vehicles have all those things hooked to the front of the engine and wires and hoses running everywhere to make the creature comforts work. Paint ain't gonna help that much. That's why the JYD is barebones. I think the engine bay should look as good or better than the rest of the ride.

[@immanutt4442]

Very trick using this idea ! Much better mounting than one can even buy - I have some artist wire (aluminum armature wire) that I will use . Thanks a mint for this tip !!!

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Gitter dun!

[@macharleys72]

Dang Bob, I absolutely love what you’re doin with the Junkyard Dog, I’ve always loved these squares, but this thing is goin to another level! Can’t wait to hear that fire breathin Big Block Bowtie!

[@randymacsgarage]

wow you never cease to amaze me job well done thank you for sharin your talents.

[@fredflintstone8048]

Beautiful job on the spark plug wires Bob, they look great! I agree with you about the guys who go to all the trouble of building a nice looking engine and then install the plug wires 'willy nilly' all over the place. It doesn't look good. If you say anything to them about it they say they don't care, or will get offended and make up excuses to block the criticism of sloppy workmanship by saying things like: "It's just a rat rod"... I get tired of that excuse, really tired. I grew up in the era before rat rods. We built street rods to be total creations of beauty, and fine finish. The only shortcuts were ever taken due to budget constraints and there was NEVER a valid excuse for doing things 'Half - @$$'.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Well Fred I hear ya but I'm probably the number one guy to say "Who cares, it's a Rat Rod". But Rat Rod Bob Builds Rat Rods are on another level of rat roddy.

[@ShadowsOfGames]

Such a great idea with the wire standoffs to support the cables. I used some #4 solid copper I had laying around and it worked really well. A little heat to keep it from cracking apart and some spray paint when it's done, I'm really happy how it came out. Thanks for this video, it really helped me out.

[@billbranch1403]

Hello Mr Rod ima go ahead and smash that like button before I watch the video cuz I know it’s gonna be good

[@MrSafetybug]

Your innovative ideas are what brings me back every time.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

It's the little things like this that makes a project stand out. Takes lots of time though ... which I have plenty of I hope. LOL

[@OldJoe212]

RRBob. Here's a zip tie tip. I worked for the phone company for 47 years and used zip ties for about 40. If you don't have the official tightening/cutoff tool, you just use wire cutters. The problem with that is there remains a very sharp end. I have several scars on my arms to prove that. Anyway, you can melt the end with a lighter or, if in a tighter spot, a soldering iron. Hope this helps.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Good tip Joe ... I've lost some blood myself due to zip tie cutoffs. Never thought of melting that cut.

[@tomthumb4767]

Wire Looms 101 , two Thumbs up .

[@oldcarnut3953]

Loving the build Bob. Keep up the awesome work! Love the channel. Can't wait to see what you end up doing with the ole Henry-J. I miss that build. She was coming along quit well. Square Bodies gonna be badass. Looking forward to seeing her finished Bob. Keep On Motoring Brother!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

The Henry J is the last think I'll do ... but it's still on the list.

[@davidmillhollon486]

Bob you are doing it old-school it looks great 👍 👌 great job bob.

[@molinelligarage1004]

Bob ...that's a work of art right there brother !!!! Love it ....cheap and efficient

[@josephchapman6882]

Rat Rod Bob Halloween Tribute Truck,looks amazing.

[@ratsrodsgarage461]

Them pasta noodles are laid out nice and clean. Thats still on my to do list when I get the budget for wires. For now mine just droop all over the place lol. Thanks for showing your skills once again.

[@johnwebb9242]

I'm learning a lot here...thanks, Bob. You do great work. I usually use booties on there to protect from heat coming off the exhaust headers.

[@federalagenciesarecourtesans]

Rat Rod Bob Builds does respond to his emails quickly, good man.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

I do! When you get my age, for me, helping others is what life is all about.

[@silktat2803]

Hey Bawb, Lookin' better and better!!!! Gettin' closer and closer!!!! Without all of the fine detail work, how would we know you dun it????

[@bushmanPMRR]

Such a simple job but it makes such a huge difference, that looks great!

[@saddletramp7215]

Dayum!You got more ol skool tips an tricks than I got hair left. 😜

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

I've giving it my all for as long as I can so pay attention.

[@h20base]

A very good video, man the truck is looking sweet.

[@mikemcguire8351]

Nice. Very neat on low money... 👍 👍

[@davidr4332]

Great job Bob your the man for any job ..

[@johnkranz4004]

Very Clean looking Motor Bob Very NICEEEE

[@mikej.2975]

Looking good Bob. Loving it.

[@deaneads3098]

Hay Bob I love this build .

[@shartne]

Looks really nice Bob good job.

[@TheRutherford1963]

Your one cool guy bob.thanks for taking us along.

[@darrylway4910]

Top job Bob, neat and tidy

[@ezekielmoorejr3145]

Its getting there, looking good!

[@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson]

IF I KNEW HALF OF WHAT YOU HAVE FORGOTTEN, I WOULD BE IN GOOD SHAPE..... You are a very important part of a very small group brother.... The knowledge you continue to put out is priceless..... Please keep em' comin no matter how small it might seem to be.(Topic wise)

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

It's the little details that make the biggest impact. The things that folks look at when at the car show and say ... hey Chad ... come look at this!

[@cavedave1922]

Hell yeah Bob that looks fantastic! 👍

[@keithkennedy7184]

Another great video Bob.

[@shanewright6958]

Great job. It's looking good Bob 👍👍

[@ldean-du5im]

That’s looking mighty fine Bob!

[@edgrrickett140]

Wow that looks cool Bob nice and tight and clean

[@donaldbarnes5127]

Looks great Bob! As usual you're spot on with the detail. Keep em coming!

[@28tpi]

I like your style. Well done!

[@joeharrington595]

Looks great Bob

[@CC-qb6gw]

Man Bob you so old school you still carry a beeper in your overall pocket!!

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Ha haa ... I did carry a beeper back in the day when they were cool. That's my cordless mic transmitter you see there because now they're cool to make the audio cool.

[@scotthay1486]

Neat job Bob. Yer gettin er done. Stay safe.

[@odahithedubious2017]

At work we use isopropyl alcohol for lubricating and cleaning electronic parts and terminals. It doesn't leave any residue or cause corrosion, it isn't corrosive, and it works for removing flux from soldered joints as well. Oh, it also removes Sharpie ink. We use the high-purity stuff at work, but at home I use the 91% from the store. I like those terminal crimpers, too, they ensure a good solid crimp. Nice setup!

[@terryg6596]

Hi Bob,another excellent class at the ratrology school,saving money and lookin cool,take care cya next time

[@airplanegeorge]

that is a mighty fine wiring job.

[@kilmerkustoms7306]

Great job . Love the advice on bending the plug end of the wire. Never thought of that. Thanks

[@terryburton2238]

Nice job Bob, your right about the details, they make an OK job into very clean motor.

[@shotsrodder]

Great tip as usual Bob 👍

[@budgreen4563]

Looks awesome Robert!

[@timhanson2080]

It's looking good Bob. It will be cool to hear it running. Looking forward to the next video.👍🇺🇸

[@donkintz281]

As usual Bob You did it again great video

[@AngelOfDeath7MonsterTruck]

This is turning out great! Looks sleek and clean brotherman!🤘🏻👊🏻🤘🏻✌️

[@johnlenoir1023]

Yeah it looks dang nice I like the way I never thought about flattening out that aluminum like that and you're on the hole in it that's pretty dang cool

[@joeystrunk4413]

Awesome thank you im doing this on my Chevelle this weekend love old timers tricks thank u

[@larrymitchell4124]

Nice work Mr.Bob

[@debbieh1959]

Really neat wiring job

[@peterwall4739]

Yep . Good job Bob, I like it.

[@timwarlick1565]

I’ve got the low budget…I just need the zip ties. I’m Savin up

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

I here ya ... they are becoming a collectors item I reckon for what they cost now.

[@denniswalker4351]

Thanks for the great tips Bob.

[@tonylayne5726]

Can't wait to hear this thing run 🤯

[@hitekredneck109]

Nice job!!! I'm cleaning the dog's breakfast of an engine bay on my '82 k5 and I really like how you loomed the plug wires!!! I did mine similar to yours but didn't do the standoffs from the valve covers....lol...I'm doing it now!!! Next is the rest of the electrical butchery under the hood of er!!! That's gonna be un-fun but should be alot nicer when it's finished.

[@Roberto-oi7lm]

Dialog coach for Karl Childers played by Billy Bob Thornton in the movie Sling Blade. Don't try to deny it. ;) Great video. thanks.

[@dipe277]

BEAUTIFUL! Bob.

[@kinotransam]

Absolutely love your attention to detail on every build you have shared with us. It may be a little time consuming, but as the old saying goes, you can't rush perfection. The fine details can make or break any thing in life. Especially when it comes to hot rodding. Can't wait for the next episode. #RRBNation #RRBStudent

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

looks good , im getting excited to see it all together ,, stay safe my friend

[@gregorycatren3442]

I likes it Bob ...Fred likes it....great idea...and it looks great...

[@georgeezzell4474]

Looks great bob.

[@joellekarma]

That is one good looking big block. I So enjoy your videos

[@JESUS-POTENTATE]

Looks GREAT Bob. Been Jonezin for a new video. 😎I see you have been hammerin it Old School. I have done my wires the same way. See ya next time......

[@francfurian8215]

Excellent job, thanks for showing & sharing it with us. Cheers😊

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

No problem 👍

[@dumbass3770]

You're a busy man you sure get a lot done

[@briankinnear7461]

Another great video. The wiring looks really neat and tidy. Great tips. Liking the rest of the painted body. Look forward to seeing the rest of the body get finished. Be safe and stay well.

[@RatRodBobBuilds]

Thanks Brian. I've been practicing behind the scenes on getting that black rubbed on just right, or maybe I should say rubbed off. You'll probably notice in at least one future video that I redone some of my previous work. Practice makes perfect, or, live and learn.

[@Parables333]

Love everything you Bob.

[@billscruggs5170]

More incredible Awesomeness from rat Rod Bob

[@rossthomas945]

Thx Bob genius idea!

[@danboutin8700]

Great work and video 👍🏻as always!!!!

[@michaelosmon]

That looks great man. I appreciate you sir. Thank you for sharing your skills knowledge and experience

[@shotsrodder]

I’m diggin the blue Bob 👍🍺🍺

[@codywright2301]

Nice work bud. enjoyed the video.

[@derrillbalshaw1199]

Junk Yard Dawg is looking good Bawb