NGK TR55 SPARK PLUG ? Good plug ?
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Melting Slicks
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NGK TR55 SPARK PLUG ? Good plug ?
I am going to replace some tired AC Delco plugs on my '94. I am looking for a good, reasonably priced, non-platinum, non-iridium plug.
Recommendations ?
NGK a good aftermarket replacement ?
TIA
MikeC4
Recommendations ?
NGK a good aftermarket replacement ?
TIA
MikeC4
Last edited by MikeC4; Nov 15, 2008 at 05:57 PM.
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It's a good plug lots of guys run them especially when running spray.
The Delco plugs get mixed reviews, I have never personally had a problem with any plug. Providing you don't try to run the for 100K miles or ten years whichever comes last just about any normal name brand plug will be fine. Why no platinum plugs need apply ? It came with platinum plugs from the general. I am not suggesting you have to stay with a platinum plug because GM put them in. GM also put 2.59 rear gears in my car from the factory and I was happy to throw them away. I have never heard an argument against platinum plugs though so curious as to why.
The Delco plugs get mixed reviews, I have never personally had a problem with any plug. Providing you don't try to run the for 100K miles or ten years whichever comes last just about any normal name brand plug will be fine. Why no platinum plugs need apply ? It came with platinum plugs from the general. I am not suggesting you have to stay with a platinum plug because GM put them in. GM also put 2.59 rear gears in my car from the factory and I was happy to throw them away. I have never heard an argument against platinum plugs though so curious as to why.
Last edited by JD'S WHITE 93; Nov 15, 2008 at 10:23 PM.
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I run NGK TR-55 in my 96 LT1. No problems here. A great plug. I changed my plugs about 4 months ago. It can be a pain in the *** if you have not done it before on a LT1 vette. Many people suggest taking off the inner wheel well covers for easy access to the heads, dont bother. I changed mine without removing anything but the spark plug boot. Have fun with #8, i did. Dont forget the anti-seize! Good luck
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Austin Texas
It's a good plug lots of guys run them especially when running spray.
The Delco plugs get mixed reviews, I have never personally had a problem with any plug. Providing you don't try to run the for 100K miles or ten years whichever comes last just about any normal name brand plug will be fine. Why no platinum plugs need apply ? It came with platinum plugs from the general. I am not suggesting you have to stay with a platinum plug because GM put them in. GM also put 2.59 rear gears in my car from the factory and I was happy to throw them away. I have never heard an argument against platinum plugs though so curious as to why.
The Delco plugs get mixed reviews, I have never personally had a problem with any plug. Providing you don't try to run the for 100K miles or ten years whichever comes last just about any normal name brand plug will be fine. Why no platinum plugs need apply ? It came with platinum plugs from the general. I am not suggesting you have to stay with a platinum plug because GM put them in. GM also put 2.59 rear gears in my car from the factory and I was happy to throw them away. I have never heard an argument against platinum plugs though so curious as to why.
I have read too many stories about the Platinum "pucks" coming off over time. I am no plug expert, but this sounds like a process where 2 metals are "joined", and over time and extreme heat, the two can/will eventually seperate. If this happens, you are going to be left with excessive gap. Also, I don't think the premium that they charge for "platinum" or any other exotic metal that claims too have superior conduction properties is worth it...... I think alot of it is just hype so they can charge $7 per plug....not worth it in my book.
Rgds,
Mike
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Melting Slicks
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Austin Texas
I run NGK TR-55 in my 96 LT1. No problems here. A great plug. I changed my plugs about 4 months ago. It can be a pain in the *** if you have not done it before on a LT1 vette. Many people suggest taking off the inner wheel well covers for easy access to the heads, dont bother. I changed mine without removing anything but the spark plug boot. Have fun with #8, i did. Dont forget the anti-seize! Good luck
I have this wierd way off laying my body over the engine and threading the #8 with a plug socket with built on extender. It kinda' looks like I am humping my engine ...
