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Old 08-28-2002, 09:09 AM
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Default Which spark plugs and pollen filter?

I have a '96 2.8 and I need to replace the spark plugs. How many plugs does this engine have and which plugs should I buy? Also where and how much should I expect to pay for a pollen filter?
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Get stock and go to the dealer.
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Default 1 plug per cylinder (V6) - get the pollen filter from...

http://www.porttuning.com/

Dealer charges something like $54.00 for this part. Way over priced. Other online stores sell this for around $30, but this site has it for $18.00

Buy Bosch Platinum +2's (my preference) or OEM (NGK).
Stay away from Bosch Supers (+3) and Bosch Platinum +4's. 12v 2.8L engines don't like them.<ul><li><a href="http://www.porttuning.com/Performance%20Audi.htm">http://www.porttuning.com/Performance%20Audi.htm</a></li></ul>
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Default If you're willing to pay a little more, get Bosch Plat +4 plugs......

<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4/msgs/1144943.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/a4/msgs/1144943.phtml</a</li></ul>
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Does a new pollen filter really "freshen" up the car? Heard it gives it a "new car smell".
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What does the (+2) and (+4) mean?
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Default i just put bosch plus 3's in my car about 2000 miles ago. so far so good.

increased my MPG by 3 gallons also.
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Default # of diodes on each plug.........check out the link in my reply above.......

it has a pic of a Bosch Plat +4 next to a stock plug. The additional diodes improves ignition.
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Default Use OEM plugs... Anything more is a waste.

Stock ignitions are very hot. The +4's are a waste of $ and are unnecessary.


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