Well after being terrified by all the horror stories about removing the OEM spark plugs I finally took the plunge and replaced my spark plugs with HTO's tonight. Took a little over six hours (let the aerokroil soak while I watched football - not a bad way to spend a Sunday afternoon) the plugs sure did make alot of screeching coming out but all of them came out - I wish I had my camera handy but the plugs were really clean for 65K+ miles (Citgo gas 93 octane).
Had to share as this was brothering me since I was suffering from plug issues related to my Saleen SC - runs tons better with the HTO's installed.
There is a question here and it is - at what interval would you pull the plugs and check them again? (I am not going to go another 65K+ before pulling them again).
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Stage II Saleen SC Kit w/Extreme CAI & Brenspeed tuned SCT X3 programmer, Bilstein Struts & Shocks, Steeda HD Belt Tensioner, Fluidyne Alum Radiator, Stewart EMP High Perform Water Pump, Steeda Front & Rear Sway Bars, Steeda Lightweight Radiator Support & Billet Rear Control Arms, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Goodridge SS Braided Brake Lines, Powerslot Rotors, Powerhouse Automotive Alum Driveshaft, BASSANI Aft-Cat w/x-pipe, GMS Coil Packs, LPW Racing Differential Support Cover
Did you coat the barrels of the new ones with anti-seize?
Yes, a very light coat since I didn't want to put too much on and end up fowling the plugs - I even put a very small amount on the threads therefore was looking to see when you would re-check or torque the plugs (I might do it the next time I change the oil).
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Stage II Saleen SC Kit w/Extreme CAI & Brenspeed tuned SCT X3 programmer, Bilstein Struts & Shocks, Steeda HD Belt Tensioner, Fluidyne Alum Radiator, Stewart EMP High Perform Water Pump, Steeda Front & Rear Sway Bars, Steeda Lightweight Radiator Support & Billet Rear Control Arms, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Goodridge SS Braided Brake Lines, Powerslot Rotors, Powerhouse Automotive Alum Driveshaft, BASSANI Aft-Cat w/x-pipe, GMS Coil Packs, LPW Racing Differential Support Cover
Yes, a very light coat since I didn't want to put too much on and end up fowling the plugs - I even put a very small amount on the threads therefore was looking to see when you would re-check or torque the plugs (I might do it the next time I change the oil).
I have to pull mine about every 1000 miles to inspect for damage but I think at your next oil change would be good.