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Re: Spark plugs

To: Martin Libhart <mlibhart@feist.com>
Subject: Re: Spark plugs
From: "Dean C. Paige" <ecopaige@metro.net>
Date: Tue, 05 Aug 1997 14:36:14 -0700
Cc: Michael Cline <mcline@c4.com>, triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
Organization: City of Santa Rosa
References: <33E78353.6551@c4.com> <33E79888.270A@feist.com>
Martin Libhart wrote:
> 
> Michael Cline wrote:
> >
> > I am confused! I have a 1971 TR-6, what spark plugs should I use? I see
> > in my Bently manual on page 32 it states "N-12Y (N-9Y on 1973-1976
> > cars)", is this correct? Other catalogs contradict this, such as
> > TRF....N-12Y "hotter plug may be better for later cars with emission
> > controls") What should I use in my '71 and why?
> >
> > Mike Cline
> > 1971 TR-6
> 
> Mike:
> 
> Use the N12Y or equivalent.  N9Y was correct for the injected cars.
> While I have no financial interest, etc. etc. in any plug mfr., I might
> add that after MUCH testing in my TR6, I have found the NGK BPR5ES plug
> to be my preference, and it's also one of the least expensive.
> 
> Martin Libhart
> 1972 TR6 (driver)
> 1970 Spitfire Mk.3 (under the knife)

Marty, I second that NGK recommendation. Been using them for 15 years. 
Far superior to Champions. AC opr Nippon Denso. Much lower failure rate.

Deano

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