(Part 2) Best automotive replacement spark plugs according to redditors

>Hell, just new plugs for a Lambo will run you $1k and that's before they start disassembling your Lamborghini.

Looks like the Gallardo plug is a NGK PFR7G-11S

$13.49 per on amazon.com or $27.44 from a lambo store

It's not going to be cheap to pay someone for labor. Even at an independant shop. Forums seem to say 5 hours of labor.

I couldn't find anything under a dollar off the top of my head but you can grab one of these to use up instead of buying something you don't even need.

Permatex 09980 Counterman's Choice Spark Plug Boot and Electrical Connector Dielectric Grease-4 gram pouch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HBNVH6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pzi0xb8Y2J47X

Maybe this?

EDIT - Amazon version


Also, I have no experience with this I simply used my Google-fu in full disclosure..

The factory ones are Iridium and gapped at .031 iirc so these will do just perfectly:

http://www.amazon.com/NGK-BKR7EIX-Iridium-Spark-Plug/dp/B000GZAUX6

Could also check this out if you want:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfqfjkoKyG4

http://www.amazon.com/Champion-8904-2-Super-Class-Spark/dp/B00334FARI/ref=sr_1_68?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1419415381&sr=1-68&keywords=spark+plug

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KO5J6U/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_nw-QCbYH85X6D

NGK Iridium, part # LTR6IX-11. Gap to 0.28" and install to 15 ft lbs torque. 2009 MS3, 2.3L. Only short air intake modified. :)

https://www.amazon.com/NGK-LTR6IX-11-Iridium-Spark-Plug/dp/B001RLXDYQ

$20 ea is not too bad if labor is included.

Having said that I picked up these last time and installed them myself. This bike is stupid easy to do maintenance on.

No problem! I love to help others as others have helped me a lot in the past, gotta pass the knowledge on :D

I got KYB 348023 Excel-G Gas Shock

Did them myself as it was just, jack up the car, lift up trunk mat, and wrench it off (highly simplifying on my part, but it wasn't bad). I try to do as many things as I possibly can, but since I don't have another car to use while this is out of service or have the tools to do somethings, I try to choose my battles as best as I can.

I used NGK Iridium spark plugs

However, I also noticed they sold a pack of 4 and ACCORDING to Amazon it fits my 08 Civic. These were also pretty straight forward to do, removing the electric power plugs was kind of annoying, but was pretty simple.

I just went to the dealership to buy the transmiossion fluid and coolant as those I heard SHOULD be Honda fluids, but correct me if i'm wrong. I also did those myself as they were like oil changes, pretty straight forward. The brake fluid flush thought required bags and bleeding the system so I bit the bullet and went to Brakes Plus and used a coupon. Got Dot 4 flush for $45, solid deal to me.

Power steering pump had a leak so idk if you would need it. I would go get a multi point inspection to see what you need for things like that. Same with the rear sway bar links (even though this is part of the suspension and is considered wear).

Swar bar links, serpentine belt (forgot to mention this one), and 4 wheel alignment costed me $433 at the dealership after some discounts. I have a Brakes Plus CC (Synchrony Car Care) so anything over $200 I can finance for 0% interest over 6 months as long as I pay in full. Discount tire, my dealership, and SOME garages take it. Comes in handy, especially for tires as Discount Tire (my fave place) has an additional rebate if you use their card (sometimes).

Power steering pump was $200 because of my deductible, but an additional $233 for the hose and labor.(rubber doesn't get included in the warranty because wear). Here I could've argued that the labor overlapped and maybe gotten it cheaper. Just asking doesn't hurt, sometimes they just slap on x% discount if you're nice, timely, and/or come often.

I can't wait for when I get carbon ceramic pads because theyll give off less dust and since I detail my car, its annoying cleaning that brake dust off. The extra stopping power (compared to worn OEM pads) will be nice as well. The next set of tires has me worried because I love the wet and dry traction of my current set, but my wallet doesn't like their lifespan. My next possible worry is the transmission...

Until now, I've only used plugs with the clip top. I was unsure what I needed since I haven't pulled the plugs yet and figured it would be best if I had them just in case. Also, the pics shown on the plugs from Amazon had the clip tops in place.

Thanks for the info. I found this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GLLSJQ/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_hiGktb0AC6980 for the wiring, probably ordering tonight along with plugs.

I see. Thanks for that information. I kind of just thought that honda's maint codes were usually conservative and would recommend performing certain services early.

The OEM replacement plugs go for $20 a pop.

Can I get another denso plug like this one instead?

As long as it's iridium and compatible to the car, there's no difference since it's iridium also right?

I used iridium plugs from champion, but it was missfiring on this cylinder before i changed the plugs, which lead me to believe that this wasn't the issue.

I don't believe they were pre gapped. Here's the link to what I purchased

The part that attaches the wire to the plug is called the cap.

https://www.amazon.com/NGK-LB05FP-Resistor-Spark-Plug/dp/B0018JXPWM

I believe I found the OEM plugs here. How big is the difference between these and other plugs, like maybe these? Especially since at this time, there are only three available.

And I don't think I'm anywhere near knowledgeable to do that. My family lacks a lot of important tools.

That's another good thing about these, they've been used by quite a few countries around the world, so there is quite a bit of information as well as manuals in English.

You can get them directly from Puch, as well as most of the importers offer them, like Pinzgauer.com and/or Expedition Imports. That said, you may want to check the forums to see if they have some free versions somewhere, since the importers tend to charge quite a bit for them.

Pinzgauers won't show up in most automotive search engines. The basic items aren't too exotic, with Sparkplugs, Fuel Filter, Oil Filter and Air Filter readily available.
Here is a link to a pretty nice parts-interchangeability list.

Overall, parts are not too bad, with some being rather expensive. That said, this has been the case with most of the older cars i've owned, with some parts being 5-10 bucks and others simply costing hundreds of dollars for no apparent reason. Old vehicles tend to do that to ya :P.

Maybe they do...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gunson-G4074-Colortune-Single-Plug/dp/B0012MB4VE

Just what you need for setting up a multi-carb engine on a classic car.