Spark plug lead colour

[MarkyMark62]

As the title states, what colour were spark plug leads on German aircraft, were they just plain black. I seem to recall someone somewhere painting them
a light yellow colour.
Thanks Mark

[lcarroll]

Mark,
    I may be one of the culprits who uses light yellow or tan on them however I freely admit it's strictly for aesthetics; it provides contrast and makes them "visible". Yours is a question I've often pondered but never thought to ask, I hope someone provides a definitive answer!
Cheers,
Lance

[MarkyMark62]

Thanks Lance. I wondered if they were really a yellow colour or not. I couldn't see any reason why they would be so.
If you have gone to the trouble of adding them you want people to know they are there.
Cheers, Mark

[Alexis]

I'm guessing since wires were covered with cloth  back then ( could be wrong here ) either an off white or a light tan that lance suggested . Possible as well is perhaps a light grey . I really don't think any one has ever said , not a question that comes up . Hope more chime in with their feedback .




Terri

[MarkyMark62]

I'm guessing since wires were covered with cloth  back then ( could be wrong here ) either an off white or a light tan that lance suggested . Possible as well is perhaps a light grey . I really don't think any one has ever said , not a question that comes up . Hope more chime in with their feedback .




Terri

Thanks Terri. There's always one who has to ask an awkward question.
Regards, Mark

[Europapete]

Weeellllll..........a quick google search of preserved engines shows, relatively few still have plug wires. Even fewer that look to be original. Of those that are, most appear to be dark grey/black. Looking at period black and white photo's, most look to be a dark shade. I would say go with what you think is appropiate for your model, no one can prove you wrong. Regards, Pete in RI.

[GazzaS]

Here's a period diagram pic from TVAL site:


Wires look light to me.

[MarkyMark62]

Thanks to all for the input.
Cheers, Mark