Who all is running copper NGK's for NA use?
#2
I'm using the regular NGKs that are meant for the VG. change 'em about once a year and they're great. screw that $9 per plug, I'm going $9 per set!
Dunno if they'll work on the VQ, but I'm happy with them in my VE.
#4
Originally Posted by Maximajism94se
same as matt here....
#9
Originally Posted by Stephen Max
If I was NA I would. (I'm boosted and I do.) It's so easy to change the plugs on a Maxima, I don't know why any self respecting car guy would pay for the plats just so he didn't have to change the plugs as often.
#10
I'm running the NGK coppers and I've run my PB with them. I forget the part number, but just tell the guy you want 6 NGK coppers for your 95 Nissan Altima because the coppers won't be listed for the 95+ Maxima.
Dave
Dave
#12
Originally Posted by Dave B
I'm running the NGK coppers and I've run my PB with them. I forget the part number, but just tell the guy you want 6 NGK coppers for your 95 Nissan Altima because the coppers won't be listed for the 95+ Maxima.
Dave
Dave
FYI you don't need the "-11" part of the part number. That just means they're pre-gapped. If you just get BRK5E's you can gap them yourself. I always re-check and/or re-gap all my plugs anyways.
I change my coppers now about every 10k, or whenever they're out (for compression test, etc). Its just to cheap to pass up.
#18
Originally Posted by voltman
I thought the point of fewer plug changes was because the aluminum of the VQ block was more prone to damage from constant threading. I read that somewhere.
#19
Originally Posted by 99Maxima5sp
im running 1-step colder plugs which slightly hinders N/A performance...
Eric
Eric
yea i was planning to spray, but not anymore so i'm goin back to platinum tip pretty soon...
#20
Originally Posted by Stephen Max
Just don't overtighten. All it takes is about 2/3 to 3/4 of a turn past finger tight to crush the washer.
#21
Originally Posted by IwANnAMaX96
Is this with or without anti-seize?
#22
http://www.vqpower.com/v2/modules.ph...howpage&pid=33
Nissan Part # for these plugs are 22401 - 50Y05
Nissan Part # for these plugs are 22401 - 50Y05
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Originally Posted by voltman
I thought the point of fewer plug changes was because the aluminum of the VQ block was more prone to damage from constant threading. I read that somewhere.
#26
Originally Posted by deezo
To do the job right, get a torque wrench. You won't go wrong and won't have to worry about overtightening.
I'm not personally worried about it. It's just something I've read.
#28
Originally Posted by Nealoc187
Platinum plugs are a waste. 60k miles for $8 or 30k miles for $2. Copper is a superior conductor to platinum anyhow though you won't see any performance difference.
Next time around I will be going NGK copper.
#29
Originally Posted by Matt93SE
Why pay 6x as much for something when you're going to change them every year anyway?
I pull em, check em, Make sure they're all good and the car is running right and slap em back in.
#32
If the NGK V-Power copper core plugs for the Maxima are similar to the ones I used in my old Mazda, you won't need to gap the plugs at all. Gapping is easy as hell though; buy a wire plug gap gauge (for cheap at Advance Auto or Autozone, they may even have them up at the cashier counter in a stack) and try to stick the proper size wire loop (.044") through the plug gap... if it's too tight, open it up, if it's too loose, close it down a little... they have a little notched tool on the gauge for bending the ground electrode (setting the gap involves merely bending the ground electrode to widen/shorten the gap).
#33
I got about 45,000 miles on my ride and am going to change my spark plugs soon is there a write-up on how to change these I haven't had to change them yet and the rears look like a PITA. Would you reccommend the copper plugs for NA use. or what would the best ones be for my car with my mods.
#38
Originally Posted by happyricefob
yea i was planning to spray, but not anymore so i'm goin back to platinum tip pretty soon...
I still wouldnt go back to plats simply because their so damn expensive. Also, coppers a better conducter as previously stated.
And slightly OT, but why arent you gonna spray anymore?
Eric
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