The Best Spark Plugs in the World and Why
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- Spark plugs. The Best Spark Plugs in the World and Why, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. How spark plugs work. Copper spark plugs vs platinum spark plugs vs iridium spark plugs, which is better? What are the best spark plugs to buy? Best spark plugs for performance and horsepower. Spark plugs replacement. Buying spark plugs. Why spark plugs fail. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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Great video Scotty! I used to work at autozone and half the time my coworkers had no clue about spark plugs so they would just recommend the most expensive ones and then customers come back pissed off finding out their cars run worse than their used set of plugs😅😅
hello and congrats you won,. Email me your full name, address AND vehicle make, model and year, so I can send you a set of OEM spark plugs for your car: scotty.mechanic@gmail.com
@@scottykilmer You're awesome Scotty!
I have to be careful whenever I have the csm order plugs for a car I'm working on. One of the stores we use will send autolite plugs every time unless you specify what you want. I've had to cuss them out a couple times. I wont put non oe plugs in a car, too many comebacks. (Only exception is a 3v 4.6 Ford)
@@Basslicks82 lol thats the same crap they sold my nephew for his I6 cherokee lol
(Autozone) Sorry to hear that.
My Dad was a Mechanic for 50 years. Keep it stock Son, you will have less problems and it will last longer.
Thanks Scotty..
Any body here cause they’re at that time in their adult life that you start doin your own mechanical work?
And im a girl lol
Yes, and I’m having so much fun! Can’t believe I’ve never attempted this sooner. I just figure, no one is gonna take more care/attention to detail to work on my car than me.
There’s a sense of satisfaction when you do it yourself. However, you can get in a fix if you don’t have the right tools needed for the job. I saved over $300 on my plug & wires job. Just wish I’d put in Iridium plugs instead of the platinum.
Well, I started a little while ago, like when I was 16. I'm now 59, but I learned as a teenager I was better off doing my own work.
You’re so hot
I am not a mechanic, but I’ve learned so much watching the videos of Scotty. Keep up the good work. You’re an asset to those of us that don’t know and to help us from being ripped off. Thanks.
I use a Mickey mouse DVD in my masturbation techniques but I don't watch it or anything like that I use the physical case
Yes, except, that he forgot the Silver spark plugs, for the High Power Engines , such as Turbo Engines. Pwy.
@@kopronkoso say you! Start your own channel since you know so much!
Sparkplugs are the unsung heros of the ignition system, always there, always doing their job, until they don't! Iridium plugs are worth their weight in gold for modern engines. Thanks again Scotty!
What about Ruthenium?
Have you ever tried autolite fine wire plugs? How are they,would you know anything about them? I don't want to use them I'd they're garbage.
@@charlesbosse9669 Bosch iridium
@joshsinglefooter The parts store was out of the Bosch. Maybe I'll take these back and find another store? Thank you much for your reply. Appreciate it. I just want to do this once,not put these things in and have to take them back out again. I can't afford to go get another vehicle. So I need to take care of this one. 2013 Dodge Dart. It was my son's car.
Worth their weight in gold in a T-GDI engine.
This man is just a mountain of knowledge, I have fixed so many vehicles by watching his videos and I am not a mechanic, maybe mechanically inclined but not a mechanic. Thanks Scotty, you're awesome.
If you factor how much he has saved his viewers by giving good proven , he's saving billions of dollars each year.
Scotty is a National Treasure !!!! I've been watching him for years.
Yep, doing my own brakes because of Scotty.
He gives zero step by step information on any assembly/disassembly. Which videos are you referring to? Why lie?
You're welcome.
I grew up in my father's work shop and what you explane in your car repair videos is exactly what my father used to say so I know you are spot on , I really miss him so your videos remind me of him, keep up the great work as it is appreciated by so many.
Scotty- What a wealth of information! I have a 2015 GMC Sierra with the 5.3. Had the check engine light come on twice. Engine started shaking, losing power. Fortunately I was close to my trusted mechanic. He brought out a stool and reconnected the plug wire. Second time it happened after a few months, I tried it myself and could not reconnect it. Took it to the mechanic and he something cracked on the plug. He fixed it. Both times he declined payment. Both times I gave him a 20. We were both good with the fix.
Same here. But sometimes my dad was wrong lol with his old timely ways🦋
Hi Scotty, I really appreciate your hard work and devotion to provide the average DIY person the facts and knowledge to keep their vehicles repair cost down and running by their own hands. Thank you again for everything you do.
I agree. I use the O.E plugs and have not had any complaints or failures in 30 + years. My 99 Expedition used platinum and I replaced the coils injectors and put the Motorcraft irridium plugs in over 3 years ago. Still runs great. Thank you for your videos sir.
I am 15 years old and currently fixing up a 94 Toyota pickup and I love your videos.
Thanks Isak
Excellent choice.
Perhaps if you kept a photo log of your progress, you could make a video and submit it to Scotty. I believe he still publishes viewer videos from time to time.
I had a green 94 Toyota with a manual transmission and manual steering.
@@nmcnmb thanks
@@redstreet8012 neat
"back in a day, when i was a young mechanic"
i never miss out this phrase/sentence whenever I'm watching his video
Been using iridiums and tried some of the copper plugs to see what would happen. You're absolutely right; the performance and fuel economy dropped substantially. Good vid.
Have96 volvo 960 interference engine1st belt.broke another engine platinum plugs good enough Scotty easy change straight great videos,
Actually he said they will initially be the same, only the iridium and platinum will maintain their sharp edges longer and wear much more slowly as far as the gap getting larger.
copper is fine
Plan and simple just need more professional and honest mechanics like you,thank you Larry
I love how passionate and honest this guy is about car tech!!👍👍
No kidding
I 👍🏽 concur. He is awesome.
Scotty: You're "old school" advice and experience are so valuable to us weekend warrior mechanics who want to work on our own vehicles. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Like Terminator in Genesys.
"Old.Not obsolete."
*Your
@Captain Buff The Third Actually I do. You're just projecting. It's important to be a nazi these days. Join the party. Make a difference.
@Captain Buff The Third Your face is woeful.
You do know that last post was a joke, right? The concept of helping people out seems alien to you? If you kept saying the wrong word, wouldn't you want someone to help you out and stop making you sound like a fool?
@Captain Buff The Third "Boy"? Lol way to make yourself older than you sound, grandpa. And you're talking in third person? Jesus, you're delusional. Ah, this'll be a good entertainment.
This is the best free info. I've ever found. Scott is a professional and with age comes experience. You got it all Mr. Scott, Never leave us. We need more professional s like you.
I can't be replaced EVER!!
Scotty over the years you have saved me money taught me more information especially on the newer cars. I am so glad you kept your UA-cam videos on. Very informative. Could never go wrong. I could use a set of plugs for my 2006 Toyota Highlander 3.3 never know about winning. But thank you again for this video. Yes I hate those back plugs. I have found a way to get to.mine with out taking that all off but takes time and patience.
I really appreciate you brother, you're such a help. My father is a musician/teacher, and he is very detailed when teaching his students. The way you teach reminds me of that. You can definitely see your passion for fixing vehicles. Thanks again sir- I also hope and pray you and your family all are safe.
Amen
God bless your Father. There is a special place for teachers😀
refreshing too hear strong genuine spirted people!
Amen
If you grew up with out a father and ever needed mechanical help with your car. Daddy Scotty was always there for you lol
I have my dad and uncle helping me with my first car, but i still watch Scotty for the tips.
@@TopiasSalakka then this wasnt for you little girl
@@calilife5109 What makes me a little girl?
@@TopiasSalakka he's trolling.
@@jeremyhauser6193 nope he is not trolling is the truth, nothing but the truth cute hair Tobias!
I'm so happy that you are doing this videos you teach a lot of people a lot of things my father was a mechanic for over 37 and a half years and I have learned more from you than I learned from him so I think you once again you're like my second Daddy 👍👍
Thank you so much for posting this video. The historical perspective is very helpful for me. I'm an older person and I remember some of the spark plug talk from the 1960s...I was just a kid at the time, not even old enough to drive, but I'd read car and motorcycle magazines with a boy's interest.
I have saved a ton of money on repairs that seem impossible until I see how simple they are on your videos. You are a national treasure to us DIYers who need to save a buck or two. Thank you!!!
Why in the world would anyone give a thumbs down on videos like this? Scotty is not only spot on, he is a great and funny communicator.
I agree he's good
They take the bus or are angry "professional" mechanics that don't want their secrets out.
Because he's wrong !!! I've tested different spark plugs on my old 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 2.2 ecotech and different spark plugs do make a difference as well as different designs and that's not only time Scotty's been DEAD WRONG he did a video about letting your car warm up and was completely wrong about that especially in the winter !!!
Dennie Korpi : Believe It or Not There are deeper things to know and study and be able to do with the subject at hand . I am very serious. no joke ! ..
I was thinking the same thing, must be dudes at Napa and Autozone 😀
NGK are THE BEST plugs!!!
Scotty, I'm 62 and have always enjoyed working on my own truck. I adore your videos. You are so very helpful to me and so many others. You are a true gift too many in this world. Wishing you the very best always my good man..
Scotty Kilmers advice has been saving me money for the past 51 years !
Maybe Scotty is Dan's mechanic since day one :)
@@maxlevedgeful , people will never know how or how long I have known uncle Scotty ! And the computer system was invented in what year ? Your still wet behind the ears and have a long way to go before you even learn how a engine works !
@@Davidxdlol Hey, genius, did it occur to you that "Dan Logical Thinking" might be an ACTUAL live customer?
Maybe w/ a 51 yr relationship w/ Scotty?
Wow. Just wow...
@@commonsense3673 hey don't scold me, I'm on your side :). It must be awesome to have Scotty as a relative. Have a good day
@@maxlevedgeful , I did apologize because the message I replied to was not yours lol , I highlighted the forgive me Post to you ! Lol
Love listening to Scotty he reminds of my uncle who was auto mechanic and he gave me the mechanical knowledge of a gasoline engine I actually at the age 10 overhaul my dads 1955 Chevrolet !
Thank you Scotty, I just replaced the battery in my 2019 Toyota 4runner, and right away noticed about two miles to the gallon better gas mileage. I saw your video about weak batteries, I had to jump mine after having the radio on for less than an hour. So I replaced it.
Im not into cars but this guy is hilarious and im into him as a person. Been binge watching his channel for 4 hrs now
I too have joined the same Binge Club. LOL!!
The replies are as entertaining as the videos 😊
Actually, he can kinda make you do that. Especially when the info coming is something you always wondered about.
You know it will be the straight dope, so even more interesting, in this play on ignorance world we have for an auto repair industry in America:)
@@carlovincetti1352 c
I do agree with you fam. Binge watching this guy for 3 days now.
Scotty is an old school dude that embraced technology.
...Of '94 Toyota Celica.
if you use the stuff between your ears, you never stop learning
Scotty and his brother were graduates of MIT.
he's awesome dude man
@@billwessels207 ya right
I've been watching Scotty for years, I've even tried a few of his tips that apply to my cars, he always gives good, honest advice and really useful tips.
Trustpilot would rate Scotty a 10 🌟 for sure.
On fire as always Scotty
Amazing work from you, your great research and all the great work for all the years you have been thank you for all you do!
Nothing more beautiful, satisfying and IMPORTANT than Americans sharing good information, it just touches my heart.
Thanks Scotty, 😊!
It's insane how hard it is to change the plugs in some modern cars! 🤬
Toyota 86 boxer engine
@@TheBigDanois more like subaru engine in a toyota car :s theres a reason toyota saying bye bye to them.
@@Keyno77 Toyobarus 😊
It was really easy on my 08 Corolla.I changed the valve cover gasket while I was at it.I put iridium plugs in so I doubt I will ever have to change the plugs again
On my girlfriends ‘97 t&c, the firewall side of the of the 3.8l v6 is the worst plug changing ive experienced so far (i can do it, but its a literal real pain to do so). Every other vehicle i do spark plug maintenance (and/or maintenance in general) on (‘05 sebring 2.4l, ‘10 dakota 3.7l, ‘98 grand am 3.1l, ‘03 galant 2.4l, ‘01 cherokee 4.0l, and ‘07(?) spectra5 2.0l (?)) is a piece of cake. :)
I love all of your videos Scotty, i try to watch . i believe my knowledge over 68 years shade tree mechanics has improved so much. keep up the great work.
Yes Scotty I've been watching you and getting information off of your shows and I do appreciate you being there thank you very much
Hey Scotty, you obviously haven't tried the E3. I've been fixing cars for 42 years, my own shop for the last 18 years. I use to feel the same as you. Then a customer demanded the e3, so I installed them. I have worked on this car several times, fist being the intake gasket on this Buick 3.1. I installed the E3 and he said it was the best it's ran. I looked up the plug, and the tests shown impressed me. Installed them in my 4.3 S10 that I had the delco plugs in. Much different, big difference in power and mileage. I mean I couldn't squeal the tires before and I can now. I've installed them on several cars since, same results. And the emissions test results on an engine with new oem plugs and e3 plugs also changed. Yesterday I took a freeway run and before top speed was 93, now I can peg the 100mph speedo. Also, same price on all applications of them, my commercial discount is $6.09 each. And also I can't find cheaper price online.
Just saying, sometimes us old dogs can still learn a few things. One thing I haven't verified is longevity. I suggest you do some research - The tests done showing the combustion inside the cylinder is what impressed me. I usually concur with your videos, this is the first time I've stepped in.
Read the reviews on E3. Many complain about them failing or fouling within 5k miles.
@@azmick662 Haven't seen those, looked at many, but will look again. 2 of my customers are past that, Uber drivers. We'll see.
NGK iridium spark plugs are amazing. Good on stock cars, and modified cars making good power.
I’m shocked 😱
I like NGK good plugs.
I've always heard racers use denso because their more powerful but they don't last as long
Hell I just got a "new" car, went to see my family over a couple of weeks and now I realize I never checked the spark plugs on it, probably still has the original ones from 1991, but because my entire family drives diesel cars apart from me, I don't have a tool for removing them to check here.
Yep that's correct David34343.
NGK's last longer than denso's,but not as much power as the denso's.
Scotty, I have a 2005 Toyota Sienna has 319,000 miles on it with the original spark plugs still in it! I never had them changed mainly because of what you said, its a pain to get to the back 3 and dealer wanted an arm and a leg to change them at 150,000 miles. It still starts and runs on time! Great stuff keep it coming.
What a great discussion on spark plugs ! Thank’ s Scotty, keep on educating us.
I wish there were more mechanics like you with honesty
Scotty, your car repair video on choosing the best plugs just saved me a lot of time and helped me decide on the best plugs for my 2000 Tundra 4.7 V8.
After doing all my own work for 50 years, I am switching to Irridium!
Your voice of experience is a treasure to us all!
Robert
Robert Robinson I have the same 2000 tundra. Just bought some new iridium plugs and haven't had a chance to install them yet, but it's good to know other first gen tundra owners are putting iridiums in with no problems.
Both of you guy's with Yotas should try Pulstart they will give you insane results performance and MPG.
@@Carlos_Jzx really????
@@Carlos_Jzx NO, they won't. You've been conned.
@@SlikLizrd
I know for a fact they are in both of my vehicles as we speak and I can tell you for a fact they do as they say and I had no issue what so ever with them so I don't know what happen to you but I know they have work so far for me.
You're such the best source of vehicle maintenance techniques. Always keep safe
I have a Nissan Serena and I put in the spark plug you talked about and now my car is running like brand-new thank you so much🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I still have my plug gapping tool that I used back in the 60s
Me too!
awesome
I only missed the sparkplug giveaway by a year and 3 months...
Lol
@@stevenkreiss2113 Don't feel bad I missed it too. Scotty is a wealth of knowledge about automobiles.
Sparkplugs are so cheap
miss it by 1 year 6 months LOL
@@paincreas2718 how do i refill the sparkplug?
Scotty, this is awesome, thank you. Great explanations of what and why. Sensible and down-to-earth. I'm off to get my Iridiums now.
Scotty, You are the greatest, i am 82 and watch all your videos, thanks Lewis
Excellent advice; it is a fact that most of the time it is hard to change spark plugs because you need to remove other parts to reach them. It makes sense to opt for the iridium spark plugs to minimize maintenance time.
I got iridium plugs and they cracked, I think they were NGK from RockAuto, someone said beware
of counterfeit parts, who knew"?
Only the plastic engine cover needs to be removed in my Chevy, super easy DIY job
@@zacharypeery4082 my 90 caddy is a pain in the behind 😭😭
At least until 2013 chevy and gmc 5.3 are very easy. Not like my Ford edge 😒
I love the view of the inside of Scotty's garage. Kind of like the theory about geniuses with messy desks.
Just came across this video. I have been telling people this advice for years after taking a aircraft maintenance course. We had a speaker who specializes in spark plugs. This person told us things that the most advanced mechanical would not have known. The class was a all day class . Even after the class was over most of the students stayed around talking with him. But he pointed out the same thing about how spark plugs are designed for a certain engine plane,auto and even lawn mower. Thanks for the great advice. A Viet Nam Era Veteran age 71 homeless and living on the streets of Sunny Southern California.🇺🇲✌️☮️🕊️🪖
Your advice is absolutely worth gold! Thanks Scotty
Scotty, I have learned so much from your videos. I'm no mechanic, but I know what cars to avoid thanks to you.
spark plugs is a huge reason why i love 4 cyl turbo engines. Especially on the rwd cars where the engine is mounted vertically rather than horizontally. spark plugs, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, turbo, intake system... everything is SO easy to work on.
Vertical engines must be easy to work on. I've never seen one though.
Scotty, love your videos. I have learned more in the last 5 years than what I thought I knew in the past 55 years. Keep up the great work. Iove your energy!
i,m from pakistan and i really appreciate your work,i have been using iridium spark plugs for 5 years and they are still in good condition,Scotty is Right,love u Scotty
Thank you for the input Scotty. It was very helpful and your high energy enthusiasm conveys a better understanding. Take care & happy holidays.
Yes I agree iridium plugs will last 200K+ but i wouldn't recommend leaving them that long for too reasons. 1) they can be very difficult to get out after that long and often break which means the head has to come off and 2) Modern computer control systems are very good at adapting and may mask the symptoms of weak spark olugs so your plugs could be weak but you won't notice it and that compensation can cause the coil packs to wear out faster
Very true
Best mechanic man on UA-cam 😍👍
World
@@keegan6312 he s more younger than me.
Im 37
Knowledge is power.
Duh, He has 200 years of experience.
ummm no
Scotty, I love listening to your raving rants. You and your editing make them fun and entertaining. You give excellent advice and I like when you actually do some mechanical work. I wish I had your knowledge and skills so I could do more or my own auto repairs. As it is I've changed my oil almost exclusively over the years and have changed trans and differential fluids. Done front brake pads and other repairs as well. Sure wish I had my own garage to work in but I live in a retirement community so my tools etc. are mostly in storage. Keep up the good work and telling us about the latest on reliable vehicles and the clunkers. Thanks
I've watch your videos many of times and I find all top notch and extremely useful with knowledge. Keep up the great work in letting people know the truth about things they need to know about their cars. I would recommend you to anyone having car trouble. Please be safe and have a great day! 😄👍
Jimmy
I learn so much from Scotty! He’s a true-blue patriot providing a REAL Public Service to us all. Thank you, Scotty!
NGK all day
In 1970s I ran motorcycle Enduro races on Bultaco dirt bikes. All the racers swore by NGKs. Used them in my 1972 Kawasaki H2 750 triple, too. Great plugs.
😂, not for toyota, toyota chooses the best denso for their engines
@@UnicornRyder04 you are correct AutoZone guy gave me Bosch double platinum my mechanic opened up my solaras hood and said only to use denso double platinum I took the others back they gave me the correct ones turns out the guy was new so it made sense he didn't know neither did I hahaha funny stuff
Ngk Maybe good for motorcycle but that's what alot of motorcycles came with from the factory but the man said put in the ones the vehicle came with which mean AC Delco for GM s Motorcraft for Ford's and Champion for Mopars or bests ones he mentioned iridium's for any vehicle if they make them for you make and model.
@@howardmccartney3549 Put Iridium in my Scion XB 50,000 miles ago and my son's Nissan P/U 30,000 miles ago. Pull one occasionally to check wear. Nothing significant yet. Also, Fords always had a rep for cold start hesitation in past. Took those Ford plugs out of my mom-in-law's 302 V-8 and put in Champions and it fired up every time.
I put lodge sparkplugs in my cortina GT and was very satisfied that was about 40 years ago
Still have my 1989 DODGE Pickup with 200K and still running as it did when I first bought it. Thanks for the tips over the years Scotty. The weather is starting to change so it’s time for tuneups!
I think this is the most honest and clear cut understanding informational channel with Mr. Kilmer, I have ever seen. I have learned so much. Any one can learn from him. You now can choose to deal with these mean and insulting people at the stores only if you want to be stressed out. I choose peace of mind and I learn at the same time. I THINK YOU'RE GREAT!!
Thank you.
Hey Scotty , you ,my friend ,are part of a MUCH NEEDED , dieing breed , I'm 55 , and I sooo miss the days of an "old school", 'mechanic that will see a potential problem , do the ' as long as I have access to it,may as well change\fix it ' mind set .
Hell , you guys should start a nation wide " club " of master mechanics , I'm dead serious ! Hell, start training those younger mechanics that really do want to be the best they can be ,
Just a thought , as always,thank you .
Ditto
"old school mechanics " are , literally , a dying breed ,
the problem with Tech's , and ALOT of other young ones , EGO''s and IGNORANCE ! , If it's not on the screen , they can't\won't help you , if there was a school , that implemented "old school" teaching , that truly would be
" priceless " !!!
@L. Stewart Not all of us work that way. Sounds like you were dealing with someone that was being trained "on the job"....which has become far too common a practice. Most of the kids that get all of their training in the shop, struggle to diagnose anything that doesn't generate a fault code. Most of them can't even read a multimeter.... God forbid you hand them a set of feeler gauges or dial indicators. Not that it matters, but that "PCU" is ECU. Just in case you actually care.
Internet video with Scott is the best resource I have for working on my equipment. Ty
I really appreciate the words of wisdom from this guy. Even though I more than likely have come across simular situations I do at times make use of new and fresh information and prevent making dumb mistakes that could have been avoided. Thankyou!
Do not forget to put no-seaze on the plugs if they go in an alum. head, or out comes the plug and the threads.
Same with cast iron heads, damn things will rust in and leave the threaded section in there
I was told by someone at a parts store that NGK is now putting a coating on their threads so I wouldn't need no-seaze. Does anyone know if this is accurate?
To my knowledge this is not true. My last set didn't have a coating. Always use an anti-seize compound on the threads, whether it's a cast iron or aluminum head! @@DanRoBurton
Daniel Robinson it is true, they recommend that you DON'T use anti-seize on their plugs because you can strip the thread or over tighten them
18 years of e36 plug changes, copper oem's so it's often, and no anti seize but always do it when the engine is cold. No Problemo (use a torque wrench!).
The first time i change my spark plugs, a drop one !. When i start the engine, sound bad and it was shaking. So i take the cables off thinking that one was loose. Start again, same sound a shaking like there is no tomorrow. I remember the spark that hits the ground. I check and the gap was too short. Meassure with the old spark, and the engine works just fine. Dont mess with the gap, is very important.
looks like you had fun, plugs always seem to hit the floor tip first crushing the end shut, I love new guys in the shop when this happens, I learned to listen for the tink sound on the cement floor, the sound of falling spark plugs.
@@billybob042665 No. The spark plug fell from the side of the ground electrode. I fix the gap, and the engine works just fine.
@@ateam6486 Lesson learned haha !
@@ateam6486 That is a distinctive sound indeed.
As an automotive dunce, I consider myself a genius since I listen to and follow Scotty's advice. Thanks, Scotty!
Scotty's dictations don't fit with reality - I just took out 4 Ford OE Motocraft Iridium Spark Plugs out of a 2014 Focus SE and the gaps were quite large, the side wire was even dished out or was cupped if you get my meaning. The core tip might be iridium but my new AutoliteXp's have a platinum piece on the end of the side wire - which I think someone realized this should solve the problem I found. And the miles on the car were 50476 (or 501234km) - which is way different than Scotty's statements.
Old timers don't always know best - as proof by real life experience.
Yeah I’ve used those Bosch platinum Multi leg spark plugs ,
And I’ve definitely noticed the performance difference as well as the gas mileage difference ,
Those things are definitely more expensive,
But given how well my car runs,
It definitely is worth it ,
I’m just passing this along to everyone
Spark one up for Scotty and his wealth of knowledge ! J K
I'm in Michigan, so i can (and will) do that!
jeep wrangler
Just to clarify, the metal type of the plug (copper, platinum, iridium, ruthenium) does not affect the overall temperature (heat range) of the spark plug. For example, a 6 heat range spark plug is a 6 heat range plug. The goal is still to maintain the same tip temperature no matter the metal. ~Mike Becker, Senior Technical Instructor
ngk not good kid
Thanks NGK, All I run in my vehicles is NGK. I went to NAPA, asked for NGK Plugs for my 97 Jeep 4.0, guy say's WHAT ? for a Jeep 4.0 ? I don't think they make them, I said yes they do & here's the part No. He looks it up, say's I'll be damned they do & we have 6. He comes back & say's I've worked here for over 20 years & NEVER HAD ANYBODY ASK FOR NGK PLUGS FOR THAT ENGINE. I said that's too bad they don't know what their missing. I know, COOL STORY BRO. ?
@@marcoramirez120 How about, NGK "Nothing greater, kid"?
@@NoWr2Run Haha cool story BRO! What plug did you end up putting in? FR5-1?
So why not use tungsten? Highest refractory metal around.
Using both platinum and iridium on my 2007 Toyota Camry 2.4l. Runs great! Thanks for the tip Scotty
My 2004 2.4 Camry has 295, 000 miles and runs like it's new.
Hey Scotty, great video! My Toyota Tundra has the iridium spark plugs thankfully. This is one of the things that technology sure is a great improvement from years ago. Always enjoy Your videos!
Good point, I always carefully examine the old part and the new part to make sure they appear identical before replacing anything
Remember a time when spark plugs could be taken apart and cleaned? Pepperidge Farms remembers
yeah I had the Harbor Freight plug cleaner filled with walnut shells. it had a leather diaphragm on the side that swells up when you pushed the brass air button on it, and god help you if you didn't get the plug all the way into the black rubber hole on top, it turned into a crushed walnut fountain
@@ateam6486 I cleaned hundreds of plugs with one of those back in the '60's at a service station where I worked.
Yes I cleaned the plugs on Our ALLIS CHALMERS " Forklift" at the John Deere Dealership for YEARS. THEN, IT Got TOO Cold and it WOULDN'T FIRE until I used NEW PLUGS. Points and Condenser were Fine. What a pain.
Brain i think you meant bluebell icecream knows lol
@@ateam6486 All is needed was a wire wheel!
Dealerships did this quite often where I worked (I worked on their Hydraulic equipment, lifts, floor jacks, etc) and you'd be surprised what mechanics do in dealerships and authorized to do by the writer or Service Mgr.
I did buy a Honda Odyssey 2007 because of you saying they're great. I got it used and I did have to fix the issue with belt tensioner pulley bolt breaking. But now the car works fine. Well now it has an occasional wobble problem and it might be because of just the spark plugs not sparking correctly. I pulled out all the spark plugs and I do see that they are worn down. So now I'm going to go ahead and get some iridium spark plugs because you say that they're six times harder than platinum. I trust you. I believe you. Thank you 😃. But the key point I wanted to tell you was that I was able to get the rear spark plugs out of a 2007 Honda Odyssey without having to remove anything extra. I did not have to remove any intake manifolds or anything like that. It was an easy removal but I did have to do it blindfolded. Also I tried to use the grass and the socket method like you suggested to get the spark plugs to stick to my socket and it didn't work. But I found out if I use the rubber glove the fingers jammed in halfway it would work to make the spark plug, stick to the socket and come out
Great video, spent three hours today trying to take off a VW axle nut and this cheered me up!
I used the NGK in my Honda Goldwing. They are great plugs.
Scotty , you’re the best, especially for a non-mechanic person such as myself. You give me a better understanding of what’s best and how things work. Thank you!
You are the best
Give them to me lol
Thanks again, Scotty. I really enjoy your content and appreciate your time spent sharing your knowledge.
Much Thanks, Scotty. Best synopsis on plugs I've seen or read. Big help.
Here's an old school mechanic's bit of valuable information that will save you a world of hurt and money and down time, and if you practice this it will no doubt keep you on the road and not under the hood, when ever you go any where to purchase new replacement parts for your vehicle or what ever, always if you can have the old part with you when buying new parts, then your sure to get the correct part or parts...
This channel is the most honest I have ever seen!!😸👏👏👍👍 Definitely 2# thumbs up!Scotty has helped me out immensely&I'm saving #$$$$ big time!😅I have a GMC SIERRA SLE-1500C truck I inherited&it's a 1997 yr model runs like new&my aunt&uncle who owned it only has a paltry 45,000+ miles on it if you can believe that!!They used it to pull a ⛵boat used for 🐟fishing etc!Glad my aunt left it to me!!💖🏆
I have the same truck. I use an oil undercoat on it every fall or else it would have returned to the earth by now.
😹😲😹😹👍I hear ya buddy!It's a tough truck isn't it?I can't believe how strong 💪that V8 vortek engine is!!😲🏆👏&I agree,I definitely need to get this tough spray on protector some guy told me about.This truck had sat for well over DECADE!!I know unbelievable!🏆Good luck with yours man!!
Appreciate your open, honest suggestions.
2012 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.4l
Howard
Just love your vids, informative, down to earth and great presentation. Keep it up Scotty
I love you’re videos I’m also glad you shortened you’re intros lol
Ya no kidding.
Why I love this man, he makes 10/15 min video full of explanations and without pause in between!
hugh, there is a lot of editing in some of his video, including this one... pretty obvious there is paused and different section used.
Haha cheers! I’ll just keep the old ones in. It’s a 20+ year old motorbike running fine on copper no-nonsense plugs. What a ride getting here! ✊
Scotty you are a national treasure. Thanks again for the straightforward clean info.
THANK YOU SCOTTY! I've been trying to tell folks this for years and can't seem to get through to them. Keep up the great work!
Scotty's experience shines through in videos like these. Such good information.
I’m glad you didn’t mention Dwell angle.!!! I finally threw mine away! Along with my flexable Allen points adjuster.!! Thanks for what you do!!!
Many thanks Scotty. Need to change plugs. Now know what to look for
Scotty, I learn something new every time I watch your video even though I've been mechanicing for 50 years!
Every project that Scotty experiments with comes across as a genuine honest attempt to get at the truth for the particular situation. Of all the people who are posting videos on car repairs, Scotty is in the search for a real viable solution in each of these particular situations. Gotta love him!
Thanks for the info Scotty. My next set of spark plugs will be Iridium. I really appreciate your videos and the knowledge you possess. Thank you!