NGK plugs, iridiums or not??

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Old 07-01-2003 | 11:17 AM
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NGK plugs, iridiums or not??

i wanted to change the plugs in my car, since it has 52k on it.. i bought it wat 50k

I usually replace the plugs every year or so, can i just use NGK platinums? Arn't they like $2 to $2.50 each in the parts store?

I'm not looking to get any hp gains from the plugs, just as maintence. Or is it better to go with NGK iridium..

thanks..
Old 07-01-2003 | 11:22 AM
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I'm looking to do the same thing but I need advice also. I would think Platinums are better.
Old 07-01-2003 | 11:33 AM
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The Denso Iridium ik20s are like 12-13 bucks each depending. I bought them from a private seller.



Replacing the plugs on the rear bank are a pain.

I like the IK20s. Can't really comment on the NGK platinums.
Old 07-01-2003 | 11:46 AM
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If you have mods go with the denso iridium ik20's, but they only last around 30,000 miles, which is ok since you change plugs once a year. If you are mod free, i say go with the denso iridium ik16
Old 07-01-2003 | 11:51 AM
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i have no mods on my car..

what about NGK iridiums? Are they not as good as the denso's? The NGK's are cheaper...
Old 07-01-2003 | 11:56 AM
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i like the denso's better, but i'm modded out, for you the ngk's are just fine, just make sure you change them every 25-30,ooo miles
Old 07-01-2003 | 12:16 PM
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Originally posted by bigman
i like the denso's better, but i'm modded out, for you the ngk's are just fine, just make sure you change them every 25-30,ooo miles
Either one would do, I guess buy which ever is cheaper. http://www.ngksparkplugs.com/product...420&country=US

I like NGK better just because they claim "superior ignitability without sacrificing durability"more than performance which is the truth behing iridium plugs
Old 07-01-2003 | 01:48 PM
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but, what about the $2 a piece NGK plat..

Are the ones from the parts store the same as the OEM ones?
Old 07-02-2003 | 03:46 AM
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don't get it. aren't our TLs come with Platinum plugs that don't need to be replaced for 100,000 miles?
Old 07-02-2003 | 10:44 AM
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i got some NGK iridiums off ebay for 35$ all 6. gained some low end torque on my 99. yeah the one in the back left corner is a ***** to get out......
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