who makes a good spark plug? - Page 3

[ChaosweaveR] · 02-25-2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Laser57

I run the Autolite platimum plugs in my car and the they are great for the most part except when the motor is cold and especially when the motor is cold and between 5000-6000 RPM it hesitates really bad. When its warmed up all the way theres no problems. Next time I change them I will probally spend the extra money and get Champions.

Why the hell would you get such a lousy brand of plug for the motor? Autolites only seem to work well in some Fords and Chryslers, not GM. Champion? You might as well shove dirt into the cylinder chambers.

The LA1 works best with the NGK made AC Delco iridium plugs. pt # 41-101. Yes, they're six bucks a pop, but it's what is supposed to be used with the LA1 motor. The ignition systems we have (waste spark) is very tough in plugs, and you need a double platinum or iridium, otherwise the plugs will be burnt out in no time. Do it right the first time.

IanGT99 · 02-25-2010, 10:35 AM

If you're not seeing any problems with the plugs, then that's great. There have just been some horror stories going around about them. I had Bosch +2's for 4 years with no problems and there were also horror stories about them as well. Just a plain platinum plug works fine. I have about 10,000 miles with the Champions and new Bosch wires now and all is well.

stillriza · 05-02-2010, 01:56 AM

Bringing up an old thread. I went to the dealer and some autoparts stores to price some delco plugs, and was quoted roughly $17 per plug. When I checked on Autozone for comparison..they carry the stock Delco Iridium plugs for only $6.99 per plug??

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...oductId=391388

Wanted to confirm if that was the correct delco plug Autozone had advertised. If so, then the price diff is focking crazy.

AaronGTR · 05-02-2010, 10:04 AM

Looks right to me. Dealer prices are always inflated so I'm not surprised.

[ChaosweaveR] · 05-02-2010, 11:41 AM

Yup, my Iridium 41-101 plugs were $7 a piece through Autozone. No surprise on the doubled dealer price.

DrFabulous · 05-02-2010, 11:45 AM

AC Delco factory plugs are still the best for 99.9% of applications.

Right? I haven't looked into plugs in years

[ChaosweaveR] · 05-02-2010, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DrFabulous

AC Delco factory plugs are still the best for 99.9% of applications.

Right? I haven't looked into plugs in years

Ding.

DrFabulous · 05-02-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by [ChaosweaveR]

Ding.

Thought so. I've been telling people that for years, never really bothered to see if there was anything new that popped up.

That reminds me, I need to pick up a set and change my plugs. Not looking forward to it.

[ChaosweaveR] · 05-02-2010, 12:30 PM

Not so bad. Just do it while the motor is cold.

I moved the ICM out of the way, and used a good extention with a universal joint, plugs and wires were done in an hour.

Malaclypse · 05-02-2010, 01:24 PM

A locking flex head ratchet actually works wonders on the rear bank. That with a 3" extension and a spark plug socket and the job is a piece of cake.

At least the GAs aren't like the W-bodies where the rear head is actually an inch or two closer to the firewall.

PhantomLover007 · 05-02-2010, 01:25 PM

Chris,do you liek to change your oil when it's hot too???

[ChaosweaveR] · 05-02-2010, 01:58 PM

It's best to change it while it's at running temp.

Then again, I have access to a four wheel lift, so it's quick and easy for me to do oil changes.

PhantomLover007 · 05-02-2010, 02:10 PM

I'm sooo jealous....

[ChaosweaveR] · 05-02-2010, 02:22 PM

:P

Being a former mechanic from the local Meineke has its perks.

PhantomLover007 · 05-02-2010, 02:34 PM

Oooohhh. I gues I'll have to stick to the autocraft shops on post...

stillriza · 05-02-2010, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrFabulous

AC Delco factory plugs are still the best for 99.9% of applications.

Right? I haven't looked into plugs in years

I am sure they are.. but i was surprised that it isnt just the dealer but most other auto parts stores quoted roughly the same at $17/plug...locally atleast.

I think though I will try the TR55IX NGK plugs mentioned in various threads here. I found them online at a cnd retailer for $8.50 per plug. As for the wires..

The same online retailer has the Taylor 8MM wires for roughly $58/set.
They also carry Prestolite wires for roughly $50 for the set. I've never personally heard of Prestolite...but a qoogle shows they Manufactor the OE wires for Ford, Chrysler, Honda, General Motors, Nissan, and Harley Davidson. The look like our stock plugs as well. Anyone ever tried those? Stock performance for less than half price of what the dealer quoted me?

AaronGTR · 05-02-2010, 09:28 PM

If you want Taylors I still have a set of lightly used Spiropro wires for the grand am, sell 'em cheap.

DrFabulous · 05-02-2010, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by AaronGTR

If you want Taylors I still have a set of lightly used Spiropro wires for the grand am, sell 'em cheap.

I need new wires

stillriza · 05-02-2010, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by AaronGTR

If you want Taylors I still have a set of lightly used Spiropro wires for the grand am, sell 'em cheap.

I'm down. How much is cheep. PM me and I'll give you my shipping address for shipping qoutes.

AaronGTR · 05-03-2010, 04:25 PM

I had 'em up in my big sale thread for a long time, almost had a buyer, but he never did send the money so I still have 'em. I'll PM you.

02-25-2010, 10:35 AM	#42
IanGT99 GAGT - Senior Member AKA: Ian Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Moon Township, PA Age: 38 Posts: 1,880 Vehicle: 07 Honda Ridgeline RTL	If you're not seeing any problems with the plugs, then that's great. There have just been some horror stories going around about them. I had Bosch +2's for 4 years with no problems and there were also horror stories about them as well. Just a plain platinum plug works fine. I have about 10,000 miles with the Champions and new Bosch wires now and all is well. __________________ Tire Size Calculator

05-02-2010, 01:56 AM	#43
stillriza does not compute AKA: Reds Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ajax, Ontario Age: 38 Posts: 2,034 Vehicle: 00110110101	Bringing up an old thread. I went to the dealer and some autoparts stores to price some delco plugs, and was quoted roughly $17 per plug. When I checked on Autozone for comparison..they carry the stock Delco Iridium plugs for only $6.99 per plug?? http://www.autozone.com/autozone/cat...oductId=391388 Wanted to confirm if that was the correct delco plug Autozone had advertised. If so, then the price diff is focking crazy. __________________ Why geeks like computers: unzip, strip, touch, finger, grep, mount, fsck, more, yes,fsck,fsck,fsck,umount, sleep. "If the Start Windows Restart when Windows starts check box is checked Windows Restart will start automatically every time Windows is started. - Actual excerpt from a windows program help file"

05-02-2010, 10:04 AM	#44
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	Looks right to me. Dealer prices are always inflated so I'm not surprised. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

05-02-2010, 11:41 AM	#45
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	Yup, my Iridium 41-101 plugs were $7 a piece through Autozone. No surprise on the doubled dealer price. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

05-02-2010, 11:45 AM	#46
DrFabulous FIGJAM AKA: Matt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: MN Posts: 9,675 Vehicle: Acura\|Chevy\|Porsche	AC Delco factory plugs are still the best for 99.9% of applications. Right? I haven't looked into plugs in years __________________ '18 Acura MDX Kid hauler '15 Chevrolet Tahoe Toy Hauler '01 Porsche Boxster Project

05-02-2010, 12:30 PM	#49
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	Not so bad. Just do it while the motor is cold. I moved the ICM out of the way, and used a good extention with a universal joint, plugs and wires were done in an hour. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

05-02-2010, 01:24 PM	#50
Malaclypse Wrenched Loose AKA: Scott Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,209 Vehicle: 2013 Malibu 2LT	A locking flex head ratchet actually works wonders on the rear bank. That with a 3" extension and a spark plug socket and the job is a piece of cake. At least the GAs aren't like the W-bodies where the rear head is actually an inch or two closer to the firewall.

05-02-2010, 01:58 PM	#52
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	It's best to change it while it's at running temp. Then again, I have access to a four wheel lift, so it's quick and easy for me to do oil changes. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

05-02-2010, 02:22 PM	#54
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	:P Being a former mechanic from the local Meineke has its perks. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

05-02-2010, 09:28 PM	#57
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	If you want Taylors I still have a set of lightly used Spiropro wires for the grand am, sell 'em cheap. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

05-03-2010, 04:25 PM	#60
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	I had 'em up in my big sale thread for a long time, almost had a buyer, but he never did send the money so I still have 'em. I'll PM you. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.