spark plug gap problem

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renan2010
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spark plug gap problem

Post by renan2010 »

hi , i have 88 prelude si , im about to change the spark plug but i dont know how to gap it , can any body help me. ty im using coin like gapper. and what spark plug you guy recommend?

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spiffyguido
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Re: spark plug gap problem

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I'm going to suggest that you watch our video on spark plugs. It's going to tell you everything you need to know and how to do the gapping:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ML1IaeScmAE

renan2010
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Re: spark plug gap problem

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hi after change the spark plug. the gap is 0.040 but i dont like the way the engine run. its very different that it was before. when i stop the car when it fells shaky , any advice.and the rpm when i put it in park or neutral is like 600. ty

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Re: spark plug gap problem

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Did you use the plugs that are printed on the underside of your hood and in the car's manual?

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Re: spark plug gap problem

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have u try adjusting the idler? cause at 6ooorpm that is about good



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