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Apr 12, 2004 | 11:55 PM

Krayzie2k3

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1 step colder spark plugs

ive heard that when you get turbo, its best to use the 1 step colder spark plugs. from what i gathered, ngk makes them. i have a 99 civic ex [d16y8] turbo. i was wondering what model should i get? thanks

Apr 13, 2004 | 09:00 AM

sohc_mshue

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Re:1 step colder spark plugs

i also have a y8 and will be putting on my turbo setup this weekend. I was told to use the ngk 1 step colder plugs with the part number 4291-ZFR6F-11

Apr 13, 2004 | 11:25 AM

jiujitsukid

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Re:1 step colder spark plugs

Look in the FAQ section at the bottom there is a link to Jackson Racing and they sell the NGK's I bought them for under $20 I also have a d16y8.

Apr 13, 2004 | 12:59 PM

sohc_mshue

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Re:1 step colder spark plugs

is that part number that I listed the correct one?

Apr 13, 2004 | 07:04 PM

tranceminister

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Re:1 step colder spark plugs

Running colder plugs helps reduce the chances of detonation. I just run a set of oem replacement plugs re gapped and they work fine for me with no problems.