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Old 05-22-2007, 10:09 AM
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Default Spark plug reccomendations?
Anyone have a preference? Is it worth it to go with the 4 pronged Bosch ones? Anyone have better ones to reccomend? I'm going to Seafoam my car now that it is finally running again, and afterwards I want to get an oil change and change the plugs.

Also, what is a good way to check the spark plug wires?
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honestly just stick with oem on a car w/o any engine mods.
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Old 05-22-2007, 10:29 AM
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Who sells OEM besides the dealer? What kind are they?
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Old 05-22-2007, 10:34 AM
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Default I think its NGK BKR6EKUB for the 2.8L engine....
you can get these anywhere from Autozone and Advance Auto to PureMS and other mail-order places
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Default The best way to check your wires...
is to wait until night time, open the hood with the engine running, and look for arcing around the spark plug wires.
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I prefer NGK plugs - same for the shop I worked at
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Default 3 manufacturers, 3 different part numbers, all will work in your car
NGK: 101-000-033-AA
BOSCH: 101-000-051-AA
BERU: 101-000-041-AC
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Default Thanks everyone. I think I will go with NGK.
Are there any things I should know before replacing them? It seems like a pretty easy job. Especially after doing the alternator and the rear dif.
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Got it huh carson! ? nice.
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Also use a spray bottle to spray a fine mist of water over the wires
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