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Old 04-26-2006, 02:28 PM
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I read somewhere that copper plugs are better for SC engines. Is this right, and if so then what plugs would be a good choice for me (not planning on extensive mods)? NGK are popular, do they have copper? I ran AC Delco Rapidfires on my SSE. I'm not planning on Bosch. Thanks!
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Copper takes better to the extreme heat from the boost pressure.

NGK and Autolite are good choices.

I'm running Autolite 104'* (2 ranges colder). They have been on for over a year. I just had them checked and they look fine, no fouling or anything.
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Pete..TR55'* will treat you right.
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
Pete..TR55'* will treat you right.
And they're copper.
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Yessir. NGK V-Power TR55'* are excellent plugs. Gap at .055" with a stock pulley (L27 and L36 should gap at .060"). After you pulley down to a 2.5", you MIGHT need to run TR6 (2 heatranges colder) in the summer. TR55 is one heatrange colder than stock.
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I love (My cars does too) my Autolight 103'*. Really you can't go wrong with NGK'* or Autolights. I've had better exp. with Autolights then NGK'* but NGK'* will last longer. I guess it really comes down to $$ and if you mind changing plugs.
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Originally Posted by willwren
Yessir. NGK V-Power TR55'* are excellent plugs. Gap at .055" with a stock pulley (L27 and L36 should gap at .060"). After you pulley down to a 2.5", you MIGHT need to run TR6 (2 heatranges colder) in the summer. TR55 is one heatrange colder than stock.
Sounds like they're the winner! I didn't know the gap was different, thanks for letting me know. Those are available at pfyc.com I'd assume (best price?)? I can't wait until I get a smaller pulley.
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Pete, they should be a couple bucks at NAPA. My NAPA stocks the TR55 all the time. I order overnight for the TR6.
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Pete..

Advance carries them as well. You could do them this w/e.

Got all the necessary tools.
For you: ratchet, extension, plug socket and gapping tool
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They should come pre-gapped to .055", but make sure you check 'em. I do mine with the strut bar in place, but some prefer to pull the bar for easier access. I've also heard it'* easier to do the rear from below on ramps, but never tried it.


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