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SparkPlugs Question

Frshpwdr2k

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98 V6 SOHC
Allright so i wanna install some new spark plugs.. my question is.. What are some high-quality spark plugs that I will notice a difference with... and how easy/hard is it to replace the spark plugs? Thanx
Broderick
 






I just use regular Champion plugs so I can't offer any insight into high performance plugs but the removal can be a pain if you have an earlier model X. The ones in the back of the engine compartment are very hard to get to and tight.
 






Most of the time you shouldnt notice a whole lot of diffrence by swapping in plugs unless yours are extremely old

Some of the top brands are Autolite, Bosch, motorcraft, A/C Delco.
Stay away from the +4 tips and the SplitFires. They dont work. a regualr platnium plug should work fine and last you about 50K.
 






Sparkplugs

I had platnium plugs in my X when I bought it and I was getting 22 mpg and then I took them out and put some regular plugs in and I only got like 16.5 to 17 mpg on highway. but the only reason I put the regular plugs in was b/c I was low on cash and they need to be changed.. but just about 2 weeks ago I went back to the platniums and now I'm getting my 18- 22 mpg. You can't really tell any gain in power but the extra mpg helps me out a lot.
 






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