[Shop-talk] OEM Spark Plugs

[Ronnie Day]

Buy one of each and compare?

On Thu, Oct 21, 2021 at 6:35 PM Jim Stone <1789alpine at gmail.com> wrote:

> My 2017 Honda Ridgeline is approaching its 105,000 mile service, which is
> a big one.  New timing belt is the main event, but Honda also recommends
> new spark plugs.  I did the timing belt on my old Ridgeline at 220,000
> (it’s 3rd belt) but it was a PITA and I don’t think I want to take any
> chances on a newer, more valuable vehicle.  Spark plugs are a different
> story and the dealer gets over $300 to do those!
>
> The reason changing plugs is so expensive is Honda’s price for the plugs
> themselves.  They list at $55 *each*, although you can get them
> discounted for the low, low price of about $40 each if you shop around.
> https://www.hondapartsconnection.com/oem-parts/honda-spark-plug-dilzkr7b11g-ngk-12290r9pa01
>  But, here is where it gets interesting: The owner’s manual lists the plugs
> as NGK DILZKR7B11G, a number you can clearly see on the Honda box in the
> above link.  NGK lists that plug as $18 each (
> https://www.ngk.com/ngk-95350-dilzkr7b11g-laser-iridium-spark-plug) and
> you can find them at Rock Auto for about $12.
>
> Ridgeline owners seem to be divided as to whether the plugs in the NGK box
> are any different from the ones in the Honda box.  I trust this group more
> than fellow Ridgeline owners.  What do you guys say?  Are the plugs in the
> Honda box likely to be different and worth an extra $170?
>
> Jim
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