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Old 02-07-2008, 12:00 AM
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I just got my NGK iridium ix and NGK spark plug wires for d16y8 stock 96 honda civic, questions is do I need to gap the spark plugs? I heard ppl said it is pre-gapped. Do i just install it like it is or I have to gap it myself? thanks.
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yes, gap to .044.
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is it true that the spark plugs are pre-gapped at 0.044 ?
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Default Re: simple question regarding spark plugs. (ShinotakuX)

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ShinotakuX &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">is it true that the spark plugs are pre-gapped at 0.044 ?</TD></TR></TABLE>

even if they were, its always good to go back and double check it. its simple to do that.
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Default Re: simple question regarding spark plugs. (ShinotakuX)

I don't think I've ever had to gap NGK plugs, but I always check.
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With the Iridiums they're supposed to come pre-gapped cuz because of the greater chance of breaking the narrown tip. Anywhere between .042 and .044 is fine for stock.
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thanks, greatly appreciated your comment, now i can safely install the plugs and wires
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