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Old 07-24-2002, 08:14 PM
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i was just wondering how often do you guys change your plugs b/c i bought some a few months ago and mine are already getting a little brown on the porcelin......i'm also running msd 6 box w/blaster ss coil
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I change mine when they need replacing

I know, not the answer you were probably looking for, but I check all of my "wear" items frequently.


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Default Re: how often do you guys change your plugs....? (DSF)

I agree I check them once a week just to be safe, then change them as needed. Although lately I do it every other oil change. It's only $8!
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I do it every other oil change. It's only $8!
same here
Old 07-25-2002, 08:08 AM
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About 10k miles..
Old 07-25-2002, 11:56 AM
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$8 where are you guys getting your plugs at...around here i pay $20 for a set of 4 ngk 7's....but yea it's probably been about 10k miles....
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http://www.sparkplugs.com

part# 6097 for bkr7e
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I shoot for 10K miles. If they look bad sooner, I replace them then.
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every oil change
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Default Re: how often do you guys change your plugs....? (uneekcrx)

to add to his question, what do you think is the best spark plug for a turbo car.
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"every oil change"

^^ Agreed. Every forced induction car, especially high horsepower, needs the plugs replaced every oil change. That is about every 1500 miles if you are meticulate about your car. About the plugs themselves, I order them from Jotech. I forget the name! But they will know.
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do you guys usually go 1 or 2 step colder than stock??
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1500 miles? You must be crazy....
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i change mine every other oil change too. peace of mind.
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