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Old 06-29-04, 02:02 AM
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what does this mean? [spark pics inside]

I just installed a set of new plugs along with the MSD 6a box. I'm currently running Taylor wires. They fit ok I guess, but nowhere near as well as the stock NGK wires. The MSD wires are a total waste of money.

I noticed that with only a couple hundred miles on the plugs, that there is a noticeable difference in "wear" between the front and rear LEADING plugs.

What does this mean? Loose wire connection? Too rich, too lean, too hot, too cold a plug in front/rear? The trailing plugs both look almost identical in terms of color and wear, only the leading plugs show variance.

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The most common reason for differences in front/rear rotor running conditions is compression.

More often than not, the rear rotor will be down compared to the front. (eg: 95psi vs 90psi)

Remember that the FD is 12 years old now & if yours is the original 1992 built engine, then its doing well by just being alive.

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from the pic it is tough to gague. the rear does look a bit more worn. seeing as how they firy together i would look at the wire and connection between the coil and the front rotor. was the plug tight? did the wire snap when you took it off?
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maybe its the taylor wires...looks like no aftermarket wire fits anywhere near as the stock NGKs. At least with those, there is never a question of fit...it literally snaps into the coil and plug. With all others, you never really have 100% confidence of fit.
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if yours is the original 1992 built engine, then its doing well by just being alive.
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