New Plugs and Wires. 98SL2

Jan 25, 2004 8 Replies

I am putting in Bosch Premium wire set ... and Bosch Platinum 2 plugs ... is that ok? and, should I put anything on them to make the easier to get out? The plugs say they give more powerful spark. Should I not put them in? Roy,



98SL2, 49,000 miles snipped-for-privacy@aol.com

I thought the platinum plugs gave some users probs - the factory plugs seem to be the faves. And if they don't come with a little anti-seize on the threads, some put a dab on. And don't over-torque (I don't remember the spec off the top of my head). Don't forget to run the new wires exactly like the OEM's (with attention to the cyl 1 and cyl 4 placement because of its interaction with the computer).

Kirk is good to give the science and detail behind this stuff - Kirk, you hearing this? (smile)

Don't forget some silicone grease on the boots. NGK-V's are my preferred plug for my Saturn.

Ken

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...glad your brain still works - mine feels like it's on vacation here lately... (grin)

I use nothing but Bosh Platinum + 4 on my 96 SL2 runs great never any problem (270,000 mi to date)

What do you mean Cyl placement? Do you mean Firing Order?

Bob

...cables that feed cyl 1 and cycl 4 have to be next to each other at the coil packs - I have a picture at

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. And Kirk has shared this link before too:
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...wow, that speaks for itself - thanks! Are you on the same engine (just curious)?

In my many experiences I have found Bosch plugs to be flat junk. Check the wires with an ohm meter to make sure they are good! I have run into many brand new sets with at least one or 2 nearly or totally shot wires.

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