E3 plugs

[Firebirdjones]

once it is tuned.

And never use a plug with more than one 'prong' or whatever they call it.

That would be the ground strap or ground electrode.

[Mr. Luos]

That would be the ground strap or ground electrode.

Electrode came to mind...but I wasn't sure.
Freaking tired today.

[davidlb512]

Plugs are plugs. If they spark, that's all you need them to do. A "small" spark can create the ignition u need, just like a "big" spark.

[Z28_Driver]

And never use a plug with more than one 'prong' or whatever they call it.

Why?

[davidlb512]

Cause the more protrusions u have in the way of the air/fuel mixture, the less chance u have of getting a "good" ignition.

[Firebirdjones]

Plugs are plugs. If they spark, that's all you need them to do. A "small" spark can create the ignition u need, just like a "big" spark.

There is alot more to it than that. Alot.

[Wesman]

Plugs are plugs. If they spark, that's all you need them to do. A "small" spark can create the ignition u need, just like a "big" spark.

No, it can't.

A better spark will create more complete combustion and therefore more power and better fuel economy.

A shitty ignition system will not have the power to run a performance engine. Weak spark causes power loss, misfires, and higher emmissions, which is a lose-lose. You want a high voltage spark with a large flame front, which is why our engines use 8 individual coils and have a stock gap of .060".

There is so much information on spark plugs you could be reading for hours. Heat range, manufacturer, electrode gap, electrode materials, ect. Just because it makes a spark doesn't mean its efficient or ideal.

[02_slp_ss]

I am willing to bet the misfire wasn't the E3 plugs you put in now that I saw your other thread about the cam install.
Get your car tuned before putting in A GOOD plug in. Get AutoLite AR103's once it is tuned.

And never use a plug with more than one 'prong' or whatever they call it.


Bosch is terrible.

well see i put them plugs in a long time befor i had my cam in i just never posted about it an thought i would, the car is getting tuned tomorrow

[Firebirdjones]

No, it can't.

A better spark will create more complete combustion and therefore more power and better fuel economy.

A shitty ignition system will not have the power to run a performance engine. Weak spark causes power loss, misfires, and higher emmissions, which is a lose-lose. You want a high voltage spark with a large flame front, which is why our engines use 8 individual coils and have a stock gap of .060".

There is so much information on spark plugs you could be reading for hours. Heat range, manufacturer, electrode gap, electrode materials, ect. Just because it makes a spark doesn't mean its efficient or ideal.

Thanks Wes, I wasn't sure I felt like typing all that,,,lol. There is so much to spark plugs it's almost boring to some people.
There have been books about plugs, and plug tech going back as far as "Smokey" which makes for some very interesting reading.
Reading some of it will make ya think twice before just throwing in any old set of plugs you can find on your next tuneup.

[mark21742]

Thanks Wes, I wasn't sure I felt like typing all that,,,lol. There is so much to spark plugs it's almost boring to some people.
There have been books about plugs, and plug tech going back as far as "Smokey" which makes for some very interesting reading.
Reading some of it will make ya think twice before just throwing in any old set of plugs you can find on your next tuneup.

That's why I stick to the autolite 103s

[5abivt]

I've used tons of different plugs and the main difference will be in the heat ranges and how fast they foul up. I've used all the iridiums and the +4s etc and theyre all the SAME because they all do the same job.

A lot of people change worn and fouled plugs with new ones and whichever brand they choose they tell everyone 'OH WHAT A DIFFERENCE'. It's really a difference between a worn/fouled vs new they're just too stupid to realize.

Now im my personal opinion the plugs that stayed the 'cleanest' or at least were at the best heat range in my stroker motor were Nology Silvers. Odd I dont think theyre available anymore but when I was swapping and checking plugs often on the same tune they really stayed clean. They all worked just as well to the sotp meter

[Mr. Luos]

I've used tons of different plugs and the main difference will be in the heat ranges and how fast they foul up. I've used all the iridiums and the +4s etc and theyre all the SAME because they all do the same job.

A lot of people change worn and fouled plugs with new ones and whichever brand they choose they tell everyone 'OH WHAT A DIFFERENCE'. It's really a difference between a worn/fouled vs new they're just too stupid to realize

Point 1....
I do not agree with.

Point 2....
I agree with.

[5abivt]

Point 1....
I do not agree with.

Point 2....
I agree with.

I guess I should have said they all perform the same function instead of 'they are the same'. On a stock motor the slight differences in heat range will not be noticeable.

Many times I have seen people say their cars stutter and dont idle as smooth with certain 'gimmick' plugs and when I pull the plugs and check them its because the gaps were wrong.

[Firebirdjones]

Point 1....
I do not agree with.

Point 2....
I agree with.

Exactly.

Point 2 I can see happening. But in the first point, plugs are definately not the same and absolutely do not all do the same job.

[Z28_Driver]

Sound like some of the members on here have a lot of knowledge on spark plugs. For a 2002 with a few bolt ons what plug would you reccomend?

[mark21742]

Sound like some of the members on here have a lot of knowledge on spark plugs. For a 2002 with a few bolt ons what plug would you reccomend?

Autolite 103 or 104

[Mr. Luos]

Sound like some of the members on here have a lot of knowledge on spark plugs. For a 2002 with a few bolt ons what plug would you reccomend?

One of three.

AutoLite AR103's
Delco's (not sure on the part number)
NGK TR55's

[5abivt]

Sound like some of the members on here have a lot of knowledge on spark plugs. For a 2002 with a few bolt ons what plug would you reccomend?

Almost anything at your preferred auto parts store that is the part # for your car. On a close to stock car you will not notice a difference as long as they are gapped correctly.

[Wesman]

Sound like some of the members on here have a lot of knowledge on spark plugs. For a 2002 with a few bolt ons what plug would you reccomend?

AC Delco, all day long.

[Mr. Luos]

On a close to stock car you will not notice a difference as long as they are gapped correctly.

Shouldn't notice a difference between any plugs as long as you got the proper heat range for you application.
And didn't buy into the gimmick plugs.


Simply put...plugs are a maintenance item.
If you replace your brakes with OE pads before they are worn, you shouldn't notice a change in the braking power.
Same goes for plugs. They are NOT a performance part.