Low tension lead
Product number:
18175
Lucas DM2P4 distributor. Variant with lucar terminal. Please note: upward connector
Product Information "Low tension lead"
Austin Healey: BN1 and BN2 (1953-56)
Triumph: TR2 with Lucas DM2P4 distributor
Morris: Minor with 803 cc and 948 cc engines (1952-62)
Lucas DM2P4 distributor. Variant with lucar terminal. Please note: upward connector
The low tension lead is subject to a lot of vibration. It is not all that unusual for the copper strands to break within the insulation at the connector. To the eye everything looks OK. The ignition circuit can intermittently cut in and out creating frustration and even some danger. If your engine starts cutting out and in or just stops then is OK after you check connections, a broken low tension lead should be among the suspects.
It is a good idea to carry a spare in your field repair kit.