Spark Plugs and Wires for 01 D2 (7mm, 8mm, 8.5mm?)
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There is also an RC11WYPB4 available (Part No. 9003). It's specified for cars and trucks from other manufacturers. It would be the same heat range as the 7070, but it's gapped to .044 vs. the .040 specified for the DII. I don't know how much of a difference 4-thousandths of an inch would make. Maybe not much. Its physical specs are otherwise identical to the 7070.
Last edited by mln01; 01-06-2020 at 02:11 PM.
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So I have to ask
NGK plugs get a positive review in this thread but no mention of NGK wires??
Rockauto has NGK wires, NGK 58404, for $24.79 - and they're 7mm
Any reason this isnt a suitable option?
Also just found this - never heard of these - NGK 95159
Ruthenium HX NGK Spark Plugs is introducing the latest technology in high ignitability spark plugs to the automotive aftermarket: NGK Ruthenium HX. Today's efficient engine designs create more power while using less fuel and this has shortened the life of traditional Iridium and Platinum spark plugs. In response, NGK's patented Ruthenium technology is used for maximum durability and performance in newer engines where efficiency is demanded.
Features & Benefits:
NGK plugs get a positive review in this thread but no mention of NGK wires??
Rockauto has NGK wires, NGK 58404, for $24.79 - and they're 7mm
Any reason this isnt a suitable option?
Also just found this - never heard of these - NGK 95159
Ruthenium HX NGK Spark Plugs is introducing the latest technology in high ignitability spark plugs to the automotive aftermarket: NGK Ruthenium HX. Today's efficient engine designs create more power while using less fuel and this has shortened the life of traditional Iridium and Platinum spark plugs. In response, NGK's patented Ruthenium technology is used for maximum durability and performance in newer engines where efficiency is demanded.
Features & Benefits:
- DFE (double fine electrode) and PSPE (projected square platinum electrode) tip designs. DFE maximizes ignitability while reducing emissions for low heat engines, and PSPE provides the best ignitability and service life for high heat (typically turbo and supercharged) engines.
- Superior oxidation resistance and enhanced blistering/anti-peeling to provide the most optimal durability at high temperatures in various driving conditions.
- Advanced high-ignitability technology that provides more complete fuel burn than other precious metal spark plugs, resulting in quicker throttle response, smoother idle, and better cold starts.
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I'm actually amazed to hear the NGK wires are bad. I agree with @OverRover . I've always preferred NGK/NTK branded O2 sensors and spark plugs due to their quality products.
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You can do it without SAI, but IMHO it's still faster to just pull the intake, and get it over with vs cutting your hands to pieces. I've honestly done coils/wires/plugs, and re-used the upper intake gasket. You can tell when it's time it should be replaced 100% flat, or cracked. If it comes off looking just like a new one re-use it and move on.
I tried a set of NGK wires on a D1/D2 and I was not at all impressed with the quality (customer requested them)
I tried a set of NGK wires on a D1/D2 and I was not at all impressed with the quality (customer requested them)
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