ngk plugs?

[chisan]

Hey guys i wanted to know if any of you have used NGK plugs in your Expy's and if you did do you like them and which type of plug? i hear they are good plugs?

 

[walnuts4x4]

i've used them before in other vehicles but i'm still biased to Bosch Platinum

 

[ELVATO]

I've always read that Bosch plugs are a no-no.

A friend of mine keeps on telling me to just get some NGKs. Apparently, he had good luck with them. Not sure what I'll put in, though. Might just stick with Motorcraft, but we'll see.

 

[seeker]

I use NGK

I have used their plugs for years(German, Japanese and American vehicles).
NGK's are in my 2002 5.4 Expedition right now. I like the platinum plug. The current set have survived 2 COP failures. 2 thumbs up here for NGK plugs.

 

[BLKSVT]

I only run NGK plugs..in my Lightning the TR6's are the best...my suggestion would be make sure to gap them correctly, they don't like to be ungapped! LOL

 

[Remo]

I have heard many people have issues running non-Motorcraft plugs so I play it safe and stick with the OEM stuff. For me it is just not worth risking damaging the motor for minimal performance gains.

 

[grantikal]

great insight and advice...
i never been such a nervous wreck just before a tune up...
still debating what plugs...

 

[chisan]

ok i will use them in my 00 exp, wheni went to autozone they told me that i had to use the iridium or the platinum ngk plugs, they said if i use the regular plugs i will have problems because the 5.4 engine gets too hot??? i have never heard this is it true or was he trying to make some extra bucks?

 

[seeker]

Go platinum

seems i remember the original plug for that engine was discontinued and replaced by a platinum/iridium mixed plug. I use the Platinum and can tell you that it performs well in august in Georgia with a/c on during 2 hour commutes as well as 13 hour runs to the Midwest.

 

[NASCAR Mike]

I would use a standard copper plug from either Motorcraft or Autolite. Auotlite makes Motorcraft plugs.

Copper plugs burn hotter than platinum plugs. Hotter spark means more fuel is burned hence better power and better MPG.

Copper is a better conductor of electricity than plantinum. Platinum plugs will last longer becuase platinum is harder than copper.

I used copper plugs on my supercharged mustang GT. They were two heat ranges colder but they supported 433 RWHP, over 500HP at the crank. I wouldn't even think of using a platinum plug for a supercharged application. Maybe iridium if you had boost levels above 11psi.

 

[chisan]

wow NascarMike thats the first time i have heard about using copper plugs....what you say does make sense though. anyone else tried copper plugs???

 

[tonydiv]

If I weren't terrified to touch the plugs in my truck, I'd love to try some of those e3 diamond fire plugs. They have a ton of test results that show hp, mpg and emmisions improvements. Their web site only lists a plug for the 2v motors.

 

[chisan]

ok i just got the ngk tr55gp platinums, i will try them in my 2000 5.4 and see how they do....i will post my opinion soon.

 

[chisan]

Ok I put in the Ngks and all I can say is wow... My expy runs so much more steady and smooth the car has get up and go. the old plugs weren't even bad looking, but ngks those plugs are amazing so.. From now on I will be using ngks in both my cars from now on. Now I just need to squeeze all the milage I can get out of my baby....

 

[CSVT#49]

So I'm getting ready to swap plugs in my engine in my 05 and it looks like I only have two choices because of the 3V 5.4L engine (VIN 5)...

Motorcraft SP-462
or
Autolite HT1/HT15

What gives? I thought maybe I would have a Bosch or NGK option as well

 

[joezek]

I would use a standard copper plug from either Motorcraft or Autolite. Auotlite makes Motorcraft plugs.

Copper plugs burn hotter than platinum plugs. Hotter spark means more fuel is burned hence better power and better MPG.

Copper is a better conductor of electricity than plantinum. Platinum plugs will last longer becuase platinum is harder than copper..........

That's always been my exact reason for using ONLY copper plugs in all my vehicles. I've tried platinums and absolutely hate the idle quality with platinum. They are ok when driving, but idle is rougher. The only time I recommend platinum or iridium is on an engine with a multiple spark CD type ignition system like Mallory or MSD.

Copper just plain out performs platinum. It's one of the best conductors. Platinum is one of the worst conductors. I'd much rather change the plugs every 12K miles than leave in platinums for 100K miles and be unhappy with them.

I've been happy with the Autolites in my Explorer, but given the choice I always prefer NGK.

 

[ELVATO]

So I'm getting ready to swap plugs in my engine in my 05 and it looks like I only have two choices because of the 3V 5.4L engine (VIN 5)...

Motorcraft SP-462
or
Autolite HT1/HT15

What gives? I thought maybe I would have a Bosch or NGK option as well

I think Champion also makes plugs for the 3V. It's because of the 2 piece design that I guess it's only offered by those companies. Also because of the two piece design that you get broken plugs...

 

[nvycrmn]

im terrified to change the plugs out. all i hear is bad things. i think i will just wait until i absolutely need plugs. although it is probably time for a change. truck has 112k on it and i know for the past 25k, i havent touched them...

 

[CSVT#49]

I think Champion also makes plugs for the 3V. It's because of the 2 piece design that I guess it's only offered by those companies. Also because of the two piece design that you get broken plugs...

Well two companies maybe but Autolite builds both plugs. Apparently Autolite manufactures both Autolite and Motorcraft plugs.

So I call my trusted parts dept. at a local dealer I use a lot for parts and they told me that for my engine they are specing a SP-507 plug??? Kind of odd that everyone else lists SP-462 motorcraft plugs.

 

[Canadian Expy]

I use NGK iridium in 5.4 2v they been in for many miles and no problems ...yet. I would never use Champions ..nothing but bad luck...