A place for more technical discussions. Please make sure you post in the correct section on the site, this way it keeps the site tidy AND ensures you get a more relevant answer.
Spark plug choices?!
- Waffs1984
- Topic Author
- Visitor
-
Public
11 Nov 2021 09:59 #240023
by Waffs1984
Spark plug choices?! was created by Waffs1984
Hi all,
New owner so apologies for newbie question - just gathering service items - got oil & filter, air filter on order and looking at spark plugs too as I have no idea when they were last changed. Went on Eutocarparts and using the reg number it literally gave me about 10 different options, all Bosch or NGK but it's not obvious what the difference is, other than they range from £15 each to £3 each?!
Its a 2003 jimny 1.3 if that helps - not sure what engine code - this is something I need to find/check actually (any tips?)
Thanks!
New owner so apologies for newbie question - just gathering service items - got oil & filter, air filter on order and looking at spark plugs too as I have no idea when they were last changed. Went on Eutocarparts and using the reg number it literally gave me about 10 different options, all Bosch or NGK but it's not obvious what the difference is, other than they range from £15 each to £3 each?!
Its a 2003 jimny 1.3 if that helps - not sure what engine code - this is something I need to find/check actually (any tips?)
Thanks!
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
- Axholme Lion
- Visitor
-
Public
11 Nov 2021 10:56 #240024
by Axholme Lion
Replied by Axholme Lion on topic Spark plug choices?!
I always stick to Japanese plugs for Japanese cars.
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
- Waffs1984
- Topic Author
- Visitor
-
Public
11 Nov 2021 11:10 #240025
by Waffs1984
Replied by Waffs1984 on topic Spark plug choices?!
Thanks, the ECP site has fitment note under the NGK items as "fitted as OE by manufacturer" so assume they're the ones to go with? Having said that there are still multiple options...
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
Less
More
- Posts: 1959
- Thank you received: 509
11 Nov 2021 12:30 #240028
by DrRobin
2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog
Replied by DrRobin on topic Spark plug choices?!
I went for Iridium plugs for my 2011, they were the ones fitted.
NGK Iridium IFR6J11, 4 @ £52.
They are a bit more expensive than non-iridium plugs but are usually better.
NGK Iridium IFR6J11, 4 @ £52.
They are a bit more expensive than non-iridium plugs but are usually better.
2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog
The following user(s) said Thank You: yakuza
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
- Waffs1984
- Topic Author
- Visitor
-
Public
11 Nov 2021 13:11 #240029
by Waffs1984
Replied by Waffs1984 on topic Spark plug choices?!
Great- thank you. I am leaning towards NGK and that helps narrow things down a bit!
Also just popped put and checked for engine number/type. No sticker in either door shut (other than tyre pressures at drivers side) but metal plaque in engine bay has the engine code as MRK5CCD02. Any ideas?
Also just popped put and checked for engine number/type. No sticker in either door shut (other than tyre pressures at drivers side) but metal plaque in engine bay has the engine code as MRK5CCD02. Any ideas?
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
- Podge
- Visitor
-
Public
11 Nov 2021 13:38 - 11 Nov 2021 13:39 #240030
by Podge
Replied by Podge on topic Spark plug choices?!
Show us a photo of the engine and we'll tell you. If it's a hard top it's more than likely a M13 engine looking like this.
I've been using NGK BKR6E-11 in my Jimny. They're bog standard plugs, just need changing more often than iridium ones (10-15k interval or so). Bonus is that usually you can get all four for under a tenner on eBay/GSF/ECP etc. Previously had Bosch plugs and didn't notice a lick of difference. Jimny has 86hp or so. It's not a high performance motor and I don't think Iridium plugs are going to make a noticeable difference other than to your pocket. But that's just me.
I've been using NGK BKR6E-11 in my Jimny. They're bog standard plugs, just need changing more often than iridium ones (10-15k interval or so). Bonus is that usually you can get all four for under a tenner on eBay/GSF/ECP etc. Previously had Bosch plugs and didn't notice a lick of difference. Jimny has 86hp or so. It's not a high performance motor and I don't think Iridium plugs are going to make a noticeable difference other than to your pocket. But that's just me.
Last edit: 11 Nov 2021 13:39 by Podge.
Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
Time to create page: 0.161 seconds