Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 macka - people need to be sold not told...just be gentle that's all i'm saying Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330337 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko How does it work then - i was told to gap them to 0.7 which quite small. Does this mean i will get a hotter, more intense spark? What is the normal school of thought when you increase boost? Gap to .7 or .8 mm cos most of the modern plugs gap to 1.1mm hence the 11 on the end of the plug number. The large gap is what gives a bigger stronger spark because it makes the coil build up a larger voltage to fire the spark across the gap. The trouble is with turbo engines running larger than stock boost will blow the spark out while it jumps the gap ( simplistic terminology ) hence the need for a smaller gap , which then gives a weaker spark and is the reason why splitfire or cdi type ignitors are reqd on BIG boost engines. Got it ? Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Did u actually read what i said? Obviously not He PMed me and apologoised for what he said... Everythings sweet.... ESPECIALLY SINCE IT WASNT HIM AND IT WAS ANOTHER SKYLINE Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330341 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko I think he was annoyed with how you addressed his indescretions...a little more tact would have been appropriate Nah stuff it, just walk over and deck him. Hehehe Tell us first so we can set up seats and get the beer and chips out. Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330342 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Thanks Ken - I had heard about the spark being 'blown' out. Good work macka - blamed the wrong bloke...you are a tool (7/16 combination ring spanner if I recall):bahaha: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330344 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by gtrken Gap to .7 or .8 mm cos most of the modern plugs gap to 1.1mm hence the 11 on the end of the plug number. The large gap is what gives a bigger stronger spark because it makes the coil build up a larger voltage to fire the spark across the gap. The trouble is with turbo engines running larger than stock boost will blow the spark out while it jumps the gap ( simplistic terminology ) hence the need for a smaller gap , which then gives a weaker spark and is the reason why splitfire or cdi type ignitors are reqd on BIG boost engines. Got it ? Cheers Ken Cylinder heat causes injector fuel to ignite before the spark flashes over Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by macka Cylinder heat causes injector fuel to ignite before the spark flashes over thats called pinging. Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330346 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 This plug talk is doing my head in... So if I reduce the gap I should use a hotter plug to keep the actual spark the same? Why do people go colder in most higher boost applications? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330347 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 And it would be a pretty hot cylinder head to cause that. Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330348 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko Thanks Ken - I had heard about the spark being 'blown' out. Good work macka - blamed the wrong bloke...you are a tool (7/16 combination ring spanner if I recall):bahaha: Maybe u should read more carefully, I asked if he was the guy who hoons around my street picking up some girl he said yes Im not going to change my driving habits because thats the way i drive and thats not going to change... I accused no one Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330349 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Fair enough macka - I think i recall another post after that ordering him to slow down. Anyway - who cares... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko This plug talk is doing my head in... So if I reduce the gap I should use a hotter plug to keep the actual spark the same? Why do people go colder in most higher boost applications? Colder plug means it will take heat , boost and thrashing better without melting or dropping the electrode off. A hotter plug is used in colder conditions to aid starting or is used on a worn , oil consuming engine which would foul a colder plug. Phucked with your head enough ?? Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330354 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko Anyway - who cares... ZACHARY !! I sure as shit don't sherlock. Though if that spanker next door with the new loud exhaust on his rex goes belting down the street one more time.... Cheers Ken Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Right - almost done... What this is telling me is that I should have gone to an NGK 8 (or stayed with a 7). Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330356 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Kenny just tell himj to use a colder plug with a smalller gap And then associate plugs with dick smith employees...... and what hed like to do to em.... (burn em) just like a spark plug aaaahhh.... another the sphincter of the universe anyone? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330357 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micko Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Another beer anyone? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330358 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 why didnt you come over tonight u poof? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by Micko Right - almost done... What this is telling me is that I should have gone to an NGK 8 (or stayed with a 7). Micko , what plug exactly did Steve recommend. I have checked my reference and Hendo told me to use BCPR7ES -11 and gap them to .8mm Cheers Ken PS I have and they work fine. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330360 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtrken Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Originally posted by macka why didnt you come over tonight u poof? Read one post up and that will probably tell you. Cheers Ken ps where's the whore and whorette ? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
macka Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 goodness sakes go to kmart look up the list but the friggen plugs put em in if u know how Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/8821-whoretown-wa/page/2266/#findComment-330362 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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