[Dead Parrot]

I think folks are misunderstanding what this paste does. It isn't an insulating compound but just the opposite. It makes a better heat connection between the module and the dizzy base so heat generated in the module can flow into the metal base of the dizzy and then into the air. No paste = too hot module = early fail.

If you are swapping modules, be sure to remove all the old paste before installing new module + paste.

The paste fills the small imperfections in the metal surfaces between the two surfaces and allows for better heat flow. Too much paste is bad as well.