was wondering if i should get NGK Platinum Spark Plugs with NGK Wire Set for my 89 max. I really dont know if they are going to make a diff. If they make a real diff then hell yeah i will get them. 85 for the plugs and 95 for the wires now these prices are off of http://www.2kracing.com/maxima-engine.shtml and if they are good do you know of anyhwere else to get them cheaper

 

http://www.clubplug.net/ got the best price overall. But the sad thing is they only sell these in a package of 4, not 6. Which means you have to buy 2 packages of 8 total. But even so, it's still a lot cheaper than most places.

 

Which is better, platinum spark plugs, or iridium?

 

Iridium is supposed to last a little longer than platinum but honestly speaking both of them should last at least 100,000 miles. Most of us, change our spark plugs around 60,000miles. So, I would say go with either one that is cheaper. In this case, I think these guys are selling Iridium cheaper. I know it's an irony, 8 Iridium IX plugs from these guys costs around $50 comparing to $14-18 per plugs at most stores. I brought 2 packs from these guys not too long ago and they worked great. Also, make sure you know what kinds of heat range you would like to order too, 5 is for warm, 6 is for normal, and 7 is for cold. So, if you're living in a 4 seasonal weathers, go with 6. For southwest residents, go with 5, while Artic residents should go with 7. For more questions, just fire them an email. They're very responsive. Also, try to ask them to see if you could buy only 6 plugs instead of two packs of 8. I'd hoped they changed their stupid policy.

As for the wires, I wouldn't recommend these guys since their prices were a little high. I am sure you could get it cheaper elsewhere. Last time, I got them off Ebay for $85 shipped and I didn't saved a whole lot. If you could find it cheaper anywhere, just grab it.

 

I have the NGK wires; however, (I know that I am going to get flammed for this) I use Bosch platinum plugs with great sucesss.

Wires = $85.00 (from local, import store)
Plugs = $2.19/ea ($13.00 for a set)

 

Me: Jap cars are very sensitive when it comes to spark plugs. I would never buy a $2.19 plug, not even an NGK standard. I would only buy either NGK platinum or iridium.

 

buy the regular copper NGK's they produce better spark but last only about 30,000. But more power and cheaper

 

VG's dont ask for the platinum tipped spark plugs, and even if there is a power advantage (which there is not) it would not justify the cost. Platinums are mainly designed just to last longer while maintaining a steady gap.

I just put in some NGK V-Power Coppers into my VE, it had Bosch Platinums (which are good plugs) and I could have kept using them, but I wanted to just get a fresh start, and for under $10 these are some awesome plugs. I think I'm going to use in all my cars now on, except for the Mustang because it has practically brand new plugs in it, and the Durango I will continue to use the Autolite 3923's because they have a proven advantage over the stock plugs. Aside from that, I like the V-Power design.

 

The VG motor doesn't like platinums/iridiums; it actually runs better with the standard NGK coppers. bvtran, you're wasting your money buying expensive plugs for your GXE. Just buy the coppers and change them at the recommended interval.

 

thanks guys

 

i just bought bosche platnium +4's and they run great. 6.99/each at autozone

 

I just pulled my plugs and there Bosch, maybe thats my skip problem. So it sounds like NGK copper is the way to go. All I want is a good running ride, no race car. Gas mileage is my thing! Who sells the NGK or do I have to pay dealer prices.

 

you can get the coppers at any auto parts store; they're less than $2 each, and do make sure that you gap them to .044"

 

What do you guys use for anti-seize? Any generic brand will do or do you flock to a certain brand? I know you should use it on the VE's at least because of the aluminum head. I havne't used any, but I just changed my plugs about 4k ago, and plan to change them soon, so I don't think that their going to seize up on such a small amount of usage. For next time though, I would want to do it the right way (and use some anti-seize).

 

Get one of those Permatex anti-seize packets from autozone or kragen. They are like $1. Should be able to use on all 6 plugs with one packet and have some left over.