Tune-Up Questions
11-12-2013, 07:28 AM
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Tune-Up Questions
1999 M/T Civic Coupe
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what is the difference between NGK ZFR5F-11 Nickel Tip from ZFR5FGP Platinum Tip? which is a better choice?
when replacing the ignition wires(spark plug wires) what brand should i look into?
and for fuel filters?
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d15b Block
what is the difference between NGK ZFR5F-11 Nickel Tip from ZFR5FGP Platinum Tip? which is a better choice?
when replacing the ignition wires(spark plug wires) what brand should i look into?
and for fuel filters?
11-12-2013, 07:42 AM
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Re: Tune-Up Questions
1) "what is the difference between NGK ZFR5F-11 Nickel Tip from ZFR5FGP Platinum Tip? which is a better choice?"
Between nickel and platinum would be conductivity and price. Better? both are good so buy the lower cost one.
2) "when replacing the ignition wires(spark plug wires) what brand should i look into?"
OEM is Prestolite, but good luck finding those new. NGK are very good. Better yet is to diagnose them for spark and if they test out okay save your money and do not replace them.
3) "and for fuel filters?"
Honda (OEM), Puralator, Fram, STP or any name brand.
Between nickel and platinum would be conductivity and price. Better? both are good so buy the lower cost one.
2) "when replacing the ignition wires(spark plug wires) what brand should i look into?"
OEM is Prestolite, but good luck finding those new. NGK are very good. Better yet is to diagnose them for spark and if they test out okay save your money and do not replace them.
3) "and for fuel filters?"
Honda (OEM), Puralator, Fram, STP or any name brand.
11-12-2013, 07:44 AM
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Re: Tune-Up Questions
Here is a good stickied thread on the best OEM equivalent maintenance items that you can buy at the major retailers.
https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-civic-del-sol-1992-2000-1/%5Bfaq%5D-your-guide-buying-quality-aftermarket-maintenance-parts-your-civic-3114911/
As long as you buy quality NGK and gap them correctly according to your manual, I don't think there will be a major difference. Platinum may last slightly longer, or it may just be marketing to make you purchase the more expensive one. Some people swear by it, others say get the cheapest OEM equivalent.
I usually buy a bunch of maintenance items at once and order online from Advance Auto. They are currently running a promo for $50 off $100.
Or else these codes never expire and are always good
https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-civic-del-sol-1992-2000-1/%5Bfaq%5D-your-guide-buying-quality-aftermarket-maintenance-parts-your-civic-3114911/
NGK or Denso for spark plugs (NGK = OEM mfr)
NGK or Denso for wires (Sumitomo = 92-95 Civic OEM mfr but can't ever find aftermarket; Prestolite = 96-00 OEM mfr so should be good also)
NGK or Denso for wires (Sumitomo = 92-95 Civic OEM mfr but can't ever find aftermarket; Prestolite = 96-00 OEM mfr so should be good also)
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11-12-2013, 10:57 AM
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Re: Tune-Up Questions
not all of the brands mentioned for the fuel filter.
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