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Old 07-17-2005, 07:32 AM   #1
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What sparkplugs does everyone reccommend?

Time for some new sparkplugs it looks like

WHat branks do you guys reccommend?

I was going to use NGK Platinum tipped ones, but I'm open for suggestions since I've only owned a Boxster for three months and I would like to hear some opinions
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Old 07-17-2005, 07:54 AM   #2
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Keep it stock IMO...

Search the boards and you will find possible troubles with other brands for reasons unknown. Boxsters seem very touchy and temperamental with non-stock parts. I wouldn't take the chance. I changed mine a month ago and used the Beru plugs from the dealership. The new plugs made a noticable difference in throttle response!

Good luck!

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Old 07-17-2005, 10:38 PM   #3
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really? Are the Beru plugs platinum tipped as well?

Basically I'm fine with getting stockies, but I would be interested with some other ones which may give better performance.

I know some friends who use those NGK ones on their Ferarri's

thanks for the info
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Old 07-18-2005, 07:39 AM   #5
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I used the Bosch Platinum +4. Since that is what the dealer used the first time they were changed, I figured those were stock. They have been great and one of the forums Tool Pants listed confirms the dealer uses both Beru and Bosch.

Be careful messing around with it, though. Porsches are picky. The 928 was made to use a specific copper plug and does not run as well on the platinums and can be damaged by them, no matter how expensive. Personally, I'd stick with stock.

EDIT: Make sure you're using the right heat range plug and not just the +4 you can pick up at Auto Zone.
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Old 07-21-2005, 10:05 AM   #6
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alright i'll do that then

thanks for the info
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