Thanks for the info. I might have to check them out!
The Midwest's PremiereWHITE1.8T-B5 said:Treffen?? when? and where is that at?? I bought the plugs @ autozone, and they dont come pregaped but they sell the gapping tool. I'll send you pics when I get a hold my inlaws dig. cam. maybe this weekend :thumbup:
Heat range is built into the plug (how much heat the plug can remove from the cylinder). How much you should gap your plugs is a function of how much electricity your car's ignition system can generate. More gap increases the resistance and reqires more electricity, but generates a bigger spark. Gap it too small and you are not taking advantage of what could be more reliable ignition. Gap it too much and you will not ignite the fuel/air mixture every time which can lead to lower horsepower, rough running (although the ECU may compensate somehow), etc.TheJezter said:My question is, obviously being one heat range colder, these plugs have a smaller gap (.8mm vs 1.1mm on the IK20's). Is this a problem or do I need to regap to some other value (which would then change the heat range I'm assuming)
Thanks,
-Chris
I agree with you Totally... I never thought these plugs could make such a HUGE and noticeable difference in performance. I highly recoommend them especially for a B5 running 15-17psi Boost.WHITE1.8T-B5 said:I just installed my new Denso Iridium spark plugs, $13 a piece and the car rides so much better, it feels like a new car and it is just sssoooo smooth, and accelerates better, I have a 1999 B5 tip. I recomend this to all B5 drivers. when I took out my old plugs they were Bosh super and it drove good but this is soo much better, I bought the Bosh super like 3 months ago and it was a great upgrade but his Denso are the best.
So those Bosh are going to the trash now!!
Cali boy's got a pointJB said:you guys are crazy :crazy:
Iridium is more durable than platinum, platinum is more durable than copper.
thats it.
Heck, at $1.62/ea I'd buy a set every 5K miles.crew217 said:That good ole $1.62 denso prolly gives better performance than your $13 plugs.