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Old Jun 8, 2009 | 07:15 AM
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I'm at 50,000 mi and I want to change plugs. Which plug is best for a stock LS1..04-C5?

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Old Jun 8, 2009 | 08:40 AM
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NGK TR55

You should find the same answer if you search a little bit. Some may recommend the iridium version of the plugs for a longer plug life.
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NGK TR55

You should find the same answer if you search a little bit. Some may recommend the iridium version of the plugs for a longer plug life.

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Old Jun 10, 2009 | 09:29 PM
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As mentioned a lot like to go the GM route as well.

||--Genuine GM Tune-Up Items--||

12495519 – GMPP red spark plug wire set – 60.00
12609877 – GM AC Delco Iridium spark plugs – 6.47 each
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Thanks Gene.
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Iridium FTMFW!!!!!
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NGK TR55 gapped @ 50 - enough said

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