80K plug vs. new
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mrgold35 (12-22-2016)
12-22-2016, 02:31 AM
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those plugs don't look any different than the new ones in terms of electrode shape or gap..... they have plenty of life in them yet... J series seem to be very easy on plugs
12-22-2016, 08:10 AM
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mrgold35
I waited until my 100,000 mile service on my TSX and RDX for plug change. I've felt a slight bump in power on the butt dyno, improved throttle response, and slight increase in mpgs closer to EPA numbers after the new plug install on both vehicles. I just didn't notice the slight power and mpg loss over the years because it was so imperceptibly small over time. I did my spark plug change on my 11 MDX at 75K to make sure I'm close to max performance levels at all times for the big girl. I didn't notice the same improvements on the butt dyno; but, I expect I'm good spark plug and have consistence performance/mpg until +150,000 miles.
Last edited by mrgold35; 12-22-2016 at 08:12 AM.
12-22-2016, 08:34 AM
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I changed mine because I just bought this car used and the mileage was up there already, so I wanted to get the most out of the engine in terms of performance and fuel economy for the next couple of year I will drive it. Changing the plugs was good anyway, engine runs smoother and the throttle response is much better now, and it only cost me $60.
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