xB Spark Plugs
#1
xB Spark Plugs
Is there really that much of a difference between using factory spark plugs vs. aftermarket spark plugs?? I just want to know if I should even bother paying extra for the "other" stuff.
#2
yes, there is a difference, not a huge difference, but you get what you paid for. don't cheap out on your spark plugs, without them, the whole process of an gasoline powered internal combustion engine would be a pipe dream.
factory or OEM plugs are fine, platinum and iridium are better.
factory or OEM plugs are fine, platinum and iridium are better.
#4
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I have found these platinum plugs are the best value.
Buy at Rockauto.com for 2.41 each.
NGK Part # 7090 {GP-Series #BKR5EGP}
http://ngk.com/ has a great website.
I replace every 12 months. - I do approx 35,000 - 45,000 miles a yr. When I replaced my stock plugs the first time - I was suprised that the electrodes were quite worn on a couple of them. Never really seen this in any other auto applications.
These plugs have been great - and a no brainer to replace once a year fro $10 and 10 minutes in time.
Personally I don't think the iridium are worth 3x the price on our little 1.5 engine.
Hope this helps.
Buy at Rockauto.com for 2.41 each.
NGK Part # 7090 {GP-Series #BKR5EGP}
http://ngk.com/ has a great website.
I replace every 12 months. - I do approx 35,000 - 45,000 miles a yr. When I replaced my stock plugs the first time - I was suprised that the electrodes were quite worn on a couple of them. Never really seen this in any other auto applications.
These plugs have been great - and a no brainer to replace once a year fro $10 and 10 minutes in time.
Personally I don't think the iridium are worth 3x the price on our little 1.5 engine.
Hope this helps.
#6
Re: Sparkplugs
Originally Posted by XbbbbBox
I have found these platinum plugs are the best value.
Buy at Rockauto.com for 2.41 each.
NGK Part # 7090 {GP-Series #BKR5EGP}
http://ngk.com/ has a great website.
I replace every 12 months. - I do approx 35,000 - 45,000 miles a yr. When I replaced my stock plugs the first time - I was suprised that the electrodes were quite worn on a couple of them. Never really seen this in any other auto applications.
These plugs have been great - and a no brainer to replace once a year fro $10 and 10 minutes in time.
Personally I don't think the iridium are worth 3x the price on our little 1.5 engine.
Hope this helps.
Buy at Rockauto.com for 2.41 each.
NGK Part # 7090 {GP-Series #BKR5EGP}
http://ngk.com/ has a great website.
I replace every 12 months. - I do approx 35,000 - 45,000 miles a yr. When I replaced my stock plugs the first time - I was suprised that the electrodes were quite worn on a couple of them. Never really seen this in any other auto applications.
These plugs have been great - and a no brainer to replace once a year fro $10 and 10 minutes in time.
Personally I don't think the iridium are worth 3x the price on our little 1.5 engine.
Hope this helps.
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Originally Posted by Sciond
no power gains.....I run iridiums
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Here is the link to the plugs for 30 bucks shipped.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-NGK...em130197865833
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-NGK...em130197865833
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Originally Posted by bB2NER
Originally Posted by Sciond
no power gains.....I run iridiums
which fuse is it?
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Originally Posted by bB2NER
Here is the link to the plugs for 30 bucks shipped.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-NGK...em130197865833
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-NGK...em130197865833
#14
Originally Posted by bbszero69
Originally Posted by bB2NER
Originally Posted by Sciond
no power gains.....I run iridiums
which fuse is it?
Bumping, I would like to know also. Thanks....
#15
It's the AM2 fuse in the engine fuse compartment.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
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Originally Posted by vettereddie
It's the AM2 fuse in the engine fuse compartment.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
#17
Originally Posted by vettereddie
It's the AM2 fuse in the engine fuse compartment.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
#18
Originally Posted by vettereddie
It's the AM2 fuse in the engine fuse compartment.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
15 Amp, fourth down from the top in the middle column of fuses. There should be a diagram on the inside of the fuse block cover with fuse labels and location.
Incorrect, pulling the AM2 fuse will NOT reset the ECM, it does not terminate the battery source.
The battery source is supplied through the EFI fuse, only pulling that fuse or battery dissconnect can reset the ECM.
#19
My mistake, the AM2 goes through the ignition switch to turn on the ECU, but the EFI is the one providing primary battery power. It's been awhile since I had to pull the fuse.
#20
Originally Posted by bB2NER
Originally Posted by Sciond
no power gains.....I run iridiums