View Full Version : Spark plug recommendations, anything to consider other then stock?
p3u
January 15th, 2010, 08:09
95k is coming up soon and you all know what that means.... or if you don't it means plugs need to be replaced!
Just curious if anyone is using anything or recommends anything other then the stock plugs.
Thanks
snoopra
January 15th, 2010, 12:26
Not sure but I know most turbo guys go for "colder" than stock.
CliveH
January 15th, 2010, 14:05
How often do you guys replace your plugs as a matter of interest?
hahnmgh63
January 15th, 2010, 14:55
I tried the Denso Iridiums but I think next time I'd just go with stock. NGK actually claims a longer life on their website than Nippon Denso does.
AudiRS4ever
January 15th, 2010, 15:29
How often do you guys replace your plugs as a matter of interest?
Mine have been changed every 2 years or 7,500 miles. I don't know that they needed to be, but they definitely look like they've been used when they come out. I definitely over do it, but it makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. :incar:
CliveH
January 15th, 2010, 15:35
7,500 miles?
AudiRS4ever
January 15th, 2010, 15:42
7,500 miles?
Or 2 years. Or every other oil change. Like I said, I over-maintain, but it makes me feel better. :)
ttboost
January 15th, 2010, 15:46
If you have a modified turbo car, 5-7k miles is about it for plugs. Especially if you are running a much higher than normal boost level. I use NGK in my 996tt and change about every 5k, even if it seems to be running good. Cheap insurance.
terrytcl
January 15th, 2010, 16:02
i'm running denso platinum TTs at stock temp.
with 93 octane and my revo... i notice detonation at timing levels 4 and above.
ttboost
January 15th, 2010, 16:05
i'm running denso platinum TTs at stock temp.
with 93 octane and my revo... i notice detonation at timing levels 4 and above.
you should be running at LEAST 1 step colder plug for anything over stock.
terrytcl
January 15th, 2010, 17:40
you should be running at LEAST 1 step colder plug for anything over stock.
tried to purchase 1 step colder plugs, but that's all they had.
i logged it on vagcom and have my timing set at 2.
no issues.
on my next plug change, i'm going to special order the 1 step denso platinum tt plugs...
ttboost
January 15th, 2010, 17:45
tried to purchase 1 step colder plugs, but that's all they had.
i logged it on vagcom and have my timing set at 2.
no issues.
on my next plug change, i'm going to special order the 1 step denso platinum tt plugs...
Timing is HP too. Get the right plugs and go have some fun!!!:hahahehe: