03-11-2006, 08:23 PM
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Hi,
There is no performance increase to be had from using any brand or model of spark plug. To the Engine, a Spark is a Spark, More or Hotter is not better. Anything saying something different is all Hype. Go with OEM - none better...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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03-11-2006, 08:48 PM
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I allways buy over the counter at the dealership exactly what Porsche said to use 
Bosch!!! IMHO I try not to think I know more than the Boxster engineers
You outta read my Zimmerman rotor thread 
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03-12-2006, 04:40 PM
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Thanks PorscheGuy... I didn't think so with the post not over the pin, but didn't want to take any chances.
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03-12-2006, 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by BadBoyS
Thanks PorscheGuy... I didn't think so with the post not over the pin, but didn't want to take any chances.
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Hi,
I disagree. It's been my experience over the years with Pre-Gapped Plugs that a considerable number are improperly gapped, significant enough to warrant that they should all be checked.
Poor Quality Control at the Factory, to rough handling in Transit, may be the cause. Nonetheless, unless you're willing to remove them if the Car runs rough and the plugs require re-gapping, it's best to check them prior to installation. They may be Fine, but then again...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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03-13-2006, 09:00 AM
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Ok ....
So how do I gap these???
There not like the typical plug I have used before..
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2000 Porsche Box S arctic silver
2007 Sierra Crew Cab Z71
1995 Honda Civic *Track Toy*
1971 Olds Cutlass Convertible
1968 Camaro SS 396 4 speed
2000 V Star 1100
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03-13-2006, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by BadBoyS
Ok ....
So how do I gap these???
There not like the typical plug I have used before..
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Hi,
Well at least check them B4 installing them. The more exact each is gapped to the others, the smoother your idle will be. I use a set of Blade Type Feeler Gauges. The best thing to do is use the comparative method. That is, use the Feeler Gauge which is one Up and one Down from the desired setting which is 1.6mm-1.65mm (0.063"-0.064"). The gauge one Up should not go in and the one Down should feel really loose. If you need to open the Gap, carefully use a needle-nosed pliers to open them. To close the gap, a lite tap with a small Ballpeen hammer will do the trick. The Tightening Torque is 22-24 Ft. Lbs. Hope this helps...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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03-13-2006, 12:01 PM
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Nice Tx MNboxster Will be doing this tonight and will check the gap.. Picking up plugs from dealer after work.
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