WRX spark plugs wanted!

gpd323 · 11-29-2001, 01:43 PM

I just called my local parts store on the NGK plugs for the WRX. $17 EACH!!!! Come now, there has to be another option???
Anyone have a source for plugs that may be more resonable and just as good as the NGK's? I really want the NGK though because I have always had very good results with them. I was after one heat range cooler and the NGK parts catalog does not list a 7 range plug yet.
PS: sitting up here on the 6th floor at Madigan hospital I see a white WRX sedan trolling for a parking spot. I always park at the very end where no one wants to park because its too long of a walk for those lazy butts.
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mitch808 · 11-29-2001, 02:23 PM

That doesn't sound too bad, denso Iridium's go for that much but I haven't been brave enough to swap mine out. Actually it's more being lazy.

CosmoTheCat · 11-29-2001, 06:04 PM

$17 each? I just bought two sets for my RS for a hair over ten bucks.

Stick with the copper.

ANZAC_1915 · 11-29-2001, 08:43 PM

Horatio, have you tried running copper plugs in a forced induction engine?

Sure, they work, but you'll be changing them in 8,000-12,000 miles or so. Subarus are hard enough to change the plugs that using platinum is worth it.

Why do people always want to fix something that ain't broke?

I've had 5 turbo cars in the last 8 years, 4 of them with NGK platinums from the factory, and the other one I switched to NGK plats and it cured a bunch of problems I was having. I tried a bunch of different plugs too.

Glenn

PS the white WRX wasn't me Greg!

jhonas · 11-29-2001, 11:02 PM

Are the plugs that tough to change? I only have experience on my RS, which is rather easy. Does the turbo equipment of the wrx block easy access to the plugs?

CosmoTheCat · 11-30-2001, 01:28 AM

Quote:

Horatio, have you tried running copper plugs in a forced induction engine?

Nope. I've never owned a turbo before. Three H-4s, three V8s, and an I4, all N/A. I was three months away from buying a WRX, but I decided I didn't want to wait.

Quote:

Originally posted by jhonas
Are the plugs that tough to change? I only have experience on my RS, which is rather easy. Does the turbo equipment of the wrx block easy access to the plugs?

My thoughts exactly. My RS seems to want to go through copper plugs every 10-15K miles anyway. Supposedly what you gain in longevity you give up in performance. True or not... I like working on my car.

And the RS is easy to change plugs. Plug socket, 6" extension, ratchet, and a 10mm socket are all you need for it. The only plug I have to remove anything for is the driver's rear, and I have to pull the washer reservior screws out to move it to the side a little. It took about ten minutes.

Put new plugs in tonight while I was changing the oil. The hesitation/jerking while under wot is gone. Smooth as a baby's butt.

Anybody got that little photo that shows how to read spark plugs?

ANZAC_1915 · 11-30-2001, 01:38 AM

I seem to recall it involves battery and tray removal, washer bottle on one side, and part of the air box on the other side.

And of course you have to unbolt the coil packs from on top of the plugs as well (use care).

Pretty sure they're supposed to be good for at least 30,000 miles.

Glenn

PS I use NGK coppers in my Lotus engine. Lov-er-ly. Nothing wrong with them in N/A cars.

CosmoTheCat · 11-30-2001, 02:24 AM

My dainty hands get around the battery & tray just fine. The washer bottle had to move though. I guess the stock air stuff would be in the way, but the Cobb intake isn't.

What's this about unbolting the coil packs?

Is this a new WRX thing where the coil sits on the plug itself?

ANZAC_1915 · 11-30-2001, 08:56 PM

Yes, like the SVX. I think they're a 10mm bolt? Very light torque too (don't strip!).

Glenn

Greenracer6 · 12-13-2001, 04:24 PM

What tools will i need on hand to change my plugs in the WRX??

Also, what is the NGK part # for one and two ranges colder?

Thanks
Bill

Austin · 12-13-2001, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by horatio102
Is this a new WRX thing where the coil sits on the plug itself?

Yes, we have Direct Electronic Ignition - a coil for every plug and no spark plug wires.

CosmoTheCat · 12-14-2001, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Austin
Yes, we have Direct Electronic Ignition - a coil for every plug and no spark plug wires.

Thanks for the redundant reply, two weeks later, whore.

JimmyOOOOO · 12-14-2001, 11:07 AM

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11-29-2001, 01:43 PM	#1
gpd323 Scooby Specialist Member#: 9878 Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Beautiful Downtown Spanaway! Vehicle: 2002 WRX/GTX WRX Wagon/Mazda GTX	WRX spark plugs wanted! I just called my local parts store on the NGK plugs for the WRX. $17 EACH!!!! Come now, there has to be another option??? Anyone have a source for plugs that may be more resonable and just as good as the NGK's? I really want the NGK though because I have always had very good results with them. I was after one heat range cooler and the NGK parts catalog does not list a 7 range plug yet. PS: sitting up here on the 6th floor at Madigan hospital I see a white WRX sedan trolling for a parking spot. I always park at the very end where no one wants to park because its too long of a walk for those lazy butts. Keep the chilly bin full! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

11-30-2001, 02:24 AM	#8
CosmoTheCat Scooby Newbie Member#: 3409 Join Date: Jan 2001 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Woolley Vehicle: 1998 Ram 2500 Green.	<-- actually interested in learning, not just smartass. My dainty hands get around the battery & tray just fine. The washer bottle had to move though. I guess the stock air stuff would be in the way, but the Cobb intake isn't. What's this about unbolting the coil packs? Is this a new WRX thing where the coil sits on the plug itself?

12-13-2001, 04:24 PM	#10
Greenracer6 Scooby Specialist Member#: 7962 Join Date: Jul 2001 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Louisville KY Vehicle: 05' V35 Skyline PSM 02WRX -SOLD	tools What tools will i need on hand to change my plugs in the WRX?? Also, what is the NGK part # for one and two ranges colder? Thanks Bill

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11-29-2001, 02:23 PM	#2
mitch808 Scooby Specialist Member#: 10228 Join Date: Sep 2001 Vehicle: 2002 Subaru WRX	That doesn't sound too bad, denso Iridium's go for that much but I haven't been brave enough to swap mine out. Actually it's more being lazy.

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CosmoTheCat Scooby Newbie Member#: 3409 Join Date: Jan 2001 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Woolley Vehicle: 1998 Ram 2500 Green.	$17 each? I just bought two sets for my RS for a hair over ten bucks. Stick with the copper.

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ANZAC_1915 Moderator Member#: 456 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Redmond, WA, USA Vehicle: 2008 Forester XT Steel Gray Metallic	Horatio, have you tried running copper plugs in a forced induction engine? Sure, they work, but you'll be changing them in 8,000-12,000 miles or so. Subarus are hard enough to change the plugs that using platinum is worth it. Why do people always want to fix something that ain't broke? I've had 5 turbo cars in the last 8 years, 4 of them with NGK platinums from the factory, and the other one I switched to NGK plats and it cured a bunch of problems I was having. I tried a bunch of different plugs too. Glenn PS the white WRX wasn't me Greg!

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jhonas Scooby Specialist Member#: 9015 Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: one boring place, WA Vehicle: 2002 Impreza 2.5RS Platinum Silver Metallic	Are the plugs that tough to change? I only have experience on my RS, which is rather easy. Does the turbo equipment of the wrx block easy access to the plugs?

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ANZAC_1915 Moderator Member#: 456 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Redmond, WA, USA Vehicle: 2008 Forester XT Steel Gray Metallic	I seem to recall it involves battery and tray removal, washer bottle on one side, and part of the air box on the other side. And of course you have to unbolt the coil packs from on top of the plugs as well (use care). Pretty sure they're supposed to be good for at least 30,000 miles. Glenn PS I use NGK coppers in my Lotus engine. Lov-er-ly. Nothing wrong with them in N/A cars.

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