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**lautinjr** · 01-20-2013, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by MetalBeerSolid

When I checked the spark plugs, I found out that I have NGK Iridium. Are these good? I mean, they were in excellent condition, but are the plugs themselves good? I've heard platinum plugs are supposed to be good for this engine, but really I don't know much about spark plugs.

Today I gave it a nice wash+polish

Of course, when I got home I saw all the spots I missed, but it's just gonna get dirty again anyway. At least I got all the bird crap off it

Good enough for $4.

I like factory OEM plugs. Motorcraft can be had at most auto parts stores. If theg don't have them Autolite makes the motorcraft plug. NGK is a excellent plug, but I wouldn't suggest for a Ford.

MetalBeerSolid · 01-20-2013, 02:44 AM

Why not NGK for a Ford?

Whatever the case is, I won't have to change them for a while. Bosch wire sets in good condition, Motocraft coil packs (probably OEM)

I did try swapping the firing order of the secondary spark plugs, so instead of the main spark plugs shocking on the the intake stroke and the secondaries on the exhaust stroke (they designed it this way for less emissions), I have both spark plugs firing on the intake stroke. I haven't noticed a difference, but I've heard it makes the engine run better.

**lemans81** · 01-20-2013, 10:03 AM

I have rarely used copper, I have never owned an iridium plugs. I think all the plugs I have replaced in the last 15 years were Bosch platinum. The few exceptions one was the 1995 Lincoln Continental, which used different part numbers on the front 4 plugs vs the 4 on the firewall side, stupidest plan ever, cost like $120 for plugs and wires for that thing. I know the Honda had Champion plugs that I wasn't fond of, nor the autolites I put in it, then I put NGK and it ran like a top from then on. I also use NGK in my Jet Ski's as well, with very few issues sans fouling them about every third year.

All my stock ACdelco plugs have had the electrode wear out really quickly, but a regap and they go on chugging.

**Mike** · 01-20-2013, 10:05 AM

Yeah for a Ford i'd stick with Motorcraft too.

GM it's ACDelco or NGKs.

Put Champions in my Silverado once, the 6.0L hated them lol, ran like piss. Idled on like 5 cylinders. Put NGKs in and she ran perfect. All my GMs have loved NGKs.

**S D** · 01-20-2013, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike

Yeah for a Ford i'd stick with Motorcraft too.

GM it's ACDelco or NGKs.

I agree. I run NGK's on everything if available. For Ford I'd stick with Motorcraft.

Isn't it funny how so many enthusiasts come to the same recommendation? Stock replacement or NGK if it fits.

Platinum plugs are nice if you plan to keep the vehicle a while; They physically wear slower than coppers, so they need to be changed less often. Iridium is a huge step up from platinum and are the best all around plug type out there. They aren't worth the cost to warrant use on an old jalopy though, so keep that in mind.

Also, I find it cool to know that the same iridium is being used in fusion reactors essentially powering a mini sun here on earth (The more you know...).

simfreak · 01-20-2013, 07:44 PM

Cleaned it out. Bringing it back to the guy I've been trading it back and forth with tomorrow morning.

cluffenstein · 01-20-2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by simfreak

Cleaned it out. Bringing it back to the guy I've been trading it back and forth with tomorrow morning.

What now?

simfreak · 01-20-2013, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by cluffenstein

What now?

No idea yet. I'm getting my dad's Ranger so I'll have a vehicle for a while then I'll eventually get a little econobox. Not too happy about it but I have to because I have a horrible job and I can hardly afford gas and parts for the K10. time to move on I guess.

M_Metzger1114 · 01-21-2013, 12:41 AM

Replaced an engine cradle in an 01 Taurus over the weekend. Let me tell you now that it's not a fun job to do in your driveway. Lol

Also haven't posted since I've had the s10 done here is the before.

And here it is now

I replaced the stock sealed beam lights with the better looking halogens off of a blazer. Took the grill and bumper off the same blazer. Got the fender off a 97 s10 and the hood off of a 2000 bravada.
Still not done but I'm out of money for the time being. Still want to put better looking rims. Also, if you look close at the driver side headlight it is pushed in a little and the hood pops up a little. I'm gonna go ahead and replace that front support that the radiator sits on. That should fix it.

MetalBeerSolid · 01-21-2013, 03:56 PM

Looks good!

What's the total cost so far in repairs?

01-20-2013, 10:03 AM	#3813
lemans81 Forum Director Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Independence, Missouri Posts: 463 Rep: 12	I have rarely used copper, I have never owned an iridium plugs. I think all the plugs I have replaced in the last 15 years were Bosch platinum. The few exceptions one was the 1995 Lincoln Continental, which used different part numbers on the front 4 plugs vs the 4 on the firewall side, stupidest plan ever, cost like $120 for plugs and wires for that thing. I know the Honda had Champion plugs that I wasn't fond of, nor the autolites I put in it, then I put NGK and it ran like a top from then on. I also use NGK in my Jet Ski's as well, with very few issues sans fouling them about every third year. All my stock ACdelco plugs have had the electrode wear out really quickly, but a regap and they go on chugging. __________________ “If you don't read the newspaper, you're uninformed. If you read the newspaper, you're mis-informed.” --Mark Twain 2008 Dodge Caravan SXT 2005 Chevy Cobalt

01-20-2013, 10:05 AM	#3814
Mike Community Director Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Between a rock and a hard place. Posts: 6,133 Rep: 129	Yeah for a Ford i'd stick with Motorcraft too. GM it's ACDelco or NGKs. Put Champions in my Silverado once, the 6.0L hated them lol, ran like piss. Idled on like 5 cylinders. Put NGKs in and she ran perfect. All my GMs have loved NGKs. __________________ Take me down to the paradise city where the grass is green, and the girls are pretty. \| Save a tree, support your local drag strip! Read the rules! \| DO NOT REPLY TO SPAM \| See a bad post? Just report it! Daily Driver: 1996 Chevy Blazer LT 4x4 - 235k miles Girlfriend's Car: 2003 Oldsmobile Alero GLS 3.4L 4 door - 130k miles Bike: 1981 Yamaha XS 400 [Almost ready!] Plow Truck: 2000 Chevy Silverado 2500 LT - 190k miles [6.0L, 4x4, ECSB, Eaton Rear Locker] Others: 2012 Chevy Cruze automatic, Sonic sedan manual, both 1.4 Turbo, LT trim

01-20-2013, 07:44 PM	#3816
simfreak Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 611 Rep: 22	Cleaned it out. Bringing it back to the guy I've been trading it back and forth with tomorrow morning. __________________ 1997 Honda Civic LX 1.6L D16Y7 5 speed 216k miles \| 136k miles on motor

01-21-2013, 12:41 AM	#3819
M_Metzger1114 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 148 Rep: 10	Replaced an engine cradle in an 01 Taurus over the weekend. Let me tell you now that it's not a fun job to do in your driveway. Lol Also haven't posted since I've had the s10 done here is the before. And here it is now I replaced the stock sealed beam lights with the better looking halogens off of a blazer. Took the grill and bumper off the same blazer. Got the fender off a 97 s10 and the hood off of a 2000 bravada. Still not done but I'm out of money for the time being. Still want to put better looking rims. Also, if you look close at the driver side headlight it is pushed in a little and the hood pops up a little. I'm gonna go ahead and replace that front support that the radiator sits on. That should fix it. __________________ 1995 Ford Taurus SE 3.0 v6 55k $200 Invested 1994 Saturn SL 1.9L Mileage? $620 Invested 1990 Ford Bronco 5.0l 302 v8 mileage-? Lol $100 Invested SOLD! 1998 Saturn SL2 1.9l DOHC 216k TRADED FOR THE BRONCO! 1997 Chevy S10 4.3l v6 223k Last edited by M_Metzger1114; 01-21-2013 at 12:44 AM.

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01-20-2013, 02:44 AM	#3812
MetalBeerSolid Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 305 Rep: 20	Why not NGK for a Ford? Whatever the case is, I won't have to change them for a while. Bosch wire sets in good condition, Motocraft coil packs (probably OEM) I did try swapping the firing order of the secondary spark plugs, so instead of the main spark plugs shocking on the the intake stroke and the secondaries on the exhaust stroke (they designed it this way for less emissions), I have both spark plugs firing on the intake stroke. I haven't noticed a difference, but I've heard it makes the engine run better.

01-21-2013, 03:56 PM	#3820
MetalBeerSolid Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 305 Rep: 20	Looks good! What's the total cost so far in repairs?