Is it worth it to get Denso Iridiums for my car?
03-10-2004, 07:44 AM
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Is it worth it to get Denso Iridiums for my car?
I got a guy on ebay that will sell them for $8.50 a plug ($51 for the set). With my modifications is this something I should consider, or is it a waste of money?
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I don't think it's a waste. Colder plugs seem to help performance. Don't expect to feel much of anything. For $51 it's not a bad deal.
I'm assuming you're getting the IK20s?
I'm assuming you're getting the IK20s?
03-10-2004, 12:19 PM
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Originally posted by NSXNEXT
I don't think it's a waste. Colder plugs seem to help performance. Don't expect to feel much of anything. For $51 it's not a bad deal.
I'm assuming you're getting the IK20s?
I don't think it's a waste. Colder plugs seem to help performance. Don't expect to feel much of anything. For $51 it's not a bad deal.
I'm assuming you're getting the IK20s?
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Originally posted by fla-tls
I was actually thining IK16's. What's the difference?
I was actually thining IK16's. What's the difference?
03-10-2004, 02:11 PM
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i have the densos, thats a good deal. id get them reguardless
03-10-2004, 02:58 PM
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Originally posted by NSXNEXT
Get the IK20s. It's a colder plug which should correlate to better performance.
Get the IK20s. It's a colder plug which should correlate to better performance.
Q. Why are there different heat ranges? Which one should I use?
A. Part of your spark plug’s responsibilities, in addition to firing a spark, is to remove heat from the combustion chamber. This is accomplished by channeling the heat through the insulator material and metal housing. From there, the heat is transferred to the cylinder head where the engine cooling system can go to work. A spark plug’s heat range is its ability to dissipate heat. The “colder” the plug, the more heat it can channel out of the combustion chamber. In a performance application, colder heat ranges may be necessary to handle the extreme temperatures brought on by higher compression ratios, forced induction, and high RPM’s. While “Colder” plugs may seem to be the way to go, please remember that the spark plug must achieve its “self-cleaning” temperature where it can burn off fuel and carbon deposits. Otherwise, the plug could “foul out” where it is prone to misfiring and poor acceleration. A plug that is too “hot” can overheat, also causing power loss, detonation, pre-ignition, and possible engine damage. A good, general rule of thumb is to start with the factory recommended heat range. For every 75 to 100 hp you add to your engine, you may go to the next colder step. DENSO heat ranges move up as they get colder; 16 would be our hottest Iridium Power plug, 34 would be our coldest (ranges; 16,20,22,24,27,31,34)
Denso's FAQ website here: http://www.densoiridium.com/faq.php
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03-10-2004, 04:49 PM
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Originally posted by patrick
Unless fla-tls has major mods, the IK16 should be good enough. Here's Denso's FAQ regarding which one to use:
Q. Why are there different heat ranges? Which one should I use?
A. Part of your spark plug’s responsibilities, in addition to firing a spark, is to remove heat from the combustion chamber. This is accomplished by channeling the heat through the insulator material and metal housing. From there, the heat is transferred to the cylinder head where the engine cooling system can go to work. A spark plug’s heat range is its ability to dissipate heat. The “colder” the plug, the more heat it can channel out of the combustion chamber. In a performance application, colder heat ranges may be necessary to handle the extreme temperatures brought on by higher compression ratios, forced induction, and high RPM’s. While “Colder” plugs may seem to be the way to go, please remember that the spark plug must achieve its “self-cleaning” temperature where it can burn off fuel and carbon deposits. Otherwise, the plug could “foul out” where it is prone to misfiring and poor acceleration. A plug that is too “hot” can overheat, also causing power loss, detonation, pre-ignition, and possible engine damage. A good, general rule of thumb is to start with the factory recommended heat range. For every 75 to 100 hp you add to your engine, you may go to the next colder step. DENSO heat ranges move up as they get colder; 16 would be our hottest Iridium Power plug, 34 would be our coldest (ranges; 16,20,22,24,27,31,34)
Denso's FAQ website here: http://<br /> <br /> <a href="http...om/faq.php</a>
Unless fla-tls has major mods, the IK16 should be good enough. Here's Denso's FAQ regarding which one to use:
Q. Why are there different heat ranges? Which one should I use?
A. Part of your spark plug’s responsibilities, in addition to firing a spark, is to remove heat from the combustion chamber. This is accomplished by channeling the heat through the insulator material and metal housing. From there, the heat is transferred to the cylinder head where the engine cooling system can go to work. A spark plug’s heat range is its ability to dissipate heat. The “colder” the plug, the more heat it can channel out of the combustion chamber. In a performance application, colder heat ranges may be necessary to handle the extreme temperatures brought on by higher compression ratios, forced induction, and high RPM’s. While “Colder” plugs may seem to be the way to go, please remember that the spark plug must achieve its “self-cleaning” temperature where it can burn off fuel and carbon deposits. Otherwise, the plug could “foul out” where it is prone to misfiring and poor acceleration. A plug that is too “hot” can overheat, also causing power loss, detonation, pre-ignition, and possible engine damage. A good, general rule of thumb is to start with the factory recommended heat range. For every 75 to 100 hp you add to your engine, you may go to the next colder step. DENSO heat ranges move up as they get colder; 16 would be our hottest Iridium Power plug, 34 would be our coldest (ranges; 16,20,22,24,27,31,34)
Denso's FAQ website here: http://<br /> <br /> <a href="http...om/faq.php</a>
You wont notice anything going with the Iridiums, but they will last a long time, and thats a good thing considering what a pain in the butt it is getting at the rear bank.
03-10-2004, 06:36 PM
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Originally posted by Ianbiz3
what is honda's/acura's price for plugs?? its the same stuff for a accord v6 and TL, and honda is ussaly cheaper.
what is honda's/acura's price for plugs?? its the same stuff for a accord v6 and TL, and honda is ussaly cheaper.
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