• Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2.3L (N/A & Turbo) Tech

coper plugs?

  • Thread starter Thread starter rickd93_lx
  • Start date Start date Oct 21, 2006

rickd93_lx

New Member
Dec 22, 2005
162
0
0
Oct 21, 2006
#1
  • Oct 21, 2006
  • #1
i have a stock 93 2.3 and have a set of eight semi new copper auto lights i dont want to spend alot of money on plugs i figure since there are two [plugs per cylinder it would make up for the cheaper copper plugs. is it neccesary two have platnium plugs in? it n/a by btw
 
R

RustBucket

New Member
Jun 8, 2003
585
0
0
Buford, GA
Oct 21, 2006
#2
  • Oct 21, 2006
  • #2
No, platinum plugs aren't necessary. I think mine actually runs better on copper plugs. I use NGK TR5 plugs in mine, but I've used Autolite and Motorcraft with good results. I hated Bosch platinums.
 

glowstang93

20+ Year Stangneter
Feb 9, 2003
853
8
39
Illinois
Oct 22, 2006
#3
  • Oct 22, 2006
  • #3
Autolite, very cheap. I tried the Bosch Platinum, no huge difference, but boy they were white when I took them out.
 

Stinger

Founding Member
Jul 7, 2001
7,754
24
118
Basehor (Kansas City), KS
Oct 22, 2006
#4
  • Oct 22, 2006
  • #4
Once you figure out how hard the driver's side plugs are to remove, you'll want to use platinum on that side at least, just so they will last longer before you need to do it again...
 

Distortion 5.0

New Member
Jul 8, 2005
114
0
0
Oct 23, 2006
#5
  • Oct 23, 2006
  • #5
Stinger said:
Once you figure out how hard the driver's side plugs are to remove, you'll want to use platinum on that side at least, just so they will last longer before you need to do it again...
Click to expand...
It's not all THAT bad. But it does suck ass when you get the cheap plug wires and ALL the leads break off and stay on the plug. Even if you use a boot puller, which wont fit on most of those anyway. But I changed all 8 in like an hour, and that was with me pulling the boots off, having to fish the leads off the plugs, then lubing the boots and sliding the wire back through and re-crimping the leads onto the wires. (34.99 is too much when the wires are only 3 months old)
 

glowstang93

20+ Year Stangneter
Feb 9, 2003
853
8
39
Illinois
Oct 23, 2006
#6
  • Oct 23, 2006
  • #6
I had a set that two of the plug wires actually rusted apart where they crimp onto the plug. I guess thats why you buy the ones that are lifetime warranty. Gosh, I don't even remember if the ones I got were that or not, its been a few years again. I will go thru the next tuneup when I hit 9000, Im at 84000 now, it will be at least another year.
 

Distortion 5.0

New Member
Jul 8, 2005
114
0
0
Oct 23, 2006
#7
  • Oct 23, 2006
  • #7
glowstang93 said:
I had a set that two of the plug wires actually rusted apart where they crimp onto the plug. I guess thats why you buy the ones that are lifetime warranty. Gosh, I don't even remember if the ones I got were that or not, its been a few years again. I will go thru the next tuneup when I hit 9000, Im at 84000 now, it will be at least another year.
Click to expand...
I usually try to keep my plugs pretty current. I like to change them every 6-8 months, or when ever the car seems to run crappier than usual. (pending inspection of course)
 

glowstang93

20+ Year Stangneter
Feb 9, 2003
853
8
39
Illinois
Oct 23, 2006
#8
  • Oct 23, 2006
  • #8
I bet the auto parts people love you. I do mine every 30,000 like the book says. Sometimes just a little earlier. Now if something is not running right, its a good place to check.
 

rickd93_lx

New Member
Dec 22, 2005
162
0
0
Oct 24, 2006
#9
  • Oct 24, 2006
  • #9
thanks for the feedback it seems to be running ok it recently flodded here in houston and i took in water i have owned several mustangs all have been v8's as a mater of fact this one is awaiting a transplant, i must say the 2.3 is one hell of an engine i took in water through the intake (initialy) and then the muffler (after the car sut down) i waited till the next morning and thought what the hell let me see if she cranks up a few putter and she fired i slammed on the throttle and dumped about 2 liters of water out of the tail pipe changed the oil cause it looke like moca frapacino and shes running as strong as ever i dont think my 306 could have dopne the same!
 

65ShelbyClone

Founding Member
Sep 9, 2000
4,675
38
119
Antelope Valley, SoCal
Oct 26, 2006
#10
  • Oct 26, 2006
  • #10
rickd93_lx said:
i dont think my 306 could have dopne the same!
Click to expand...

Sure it would. I had a bad TB gasket dump about a half gallon of coolant through an '89 GT I used to have. I pulled the plugs and blew it out, then ran it up the street and left about two 100ft water stripes.

I ONLY use copper plugs in al of my engines, BTW.

What about just ignoring the driver's side plugs or even closing the gap? I mean jeez, the point of 8 plugs was what?
 

glowstang93

20+ Year Stangneter
Feb 9, 2003
853
8
39
Illinois
Oct 27, 2006
#11
  • Oct 27, 2006
  • #11
I don't see what is so hard about changing the plugs. Try changing them in a minivan or a cutlass supreme, or any transverse front wheel drive for that matter. The plugs can all be replaced with a 3/8 ratchet and 4-6" of straight extensions. You may have to swivel the alternator out and take off the air intake, but dang, its not that bad. :SNSign:
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Who the hell puts the wrong spark plugs in a 3.8L?
  • snowstang
  • Mar 25, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
12
Views
371
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Apr 3, 2026
LILCBRA
2
Running very very rich
  • 2esoteric
  • Oct 31, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
4
Views
305
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Oct 31, 2025
Noobz347
M
Wiring Harness Help
  • malikaimiller08
  • Dec 22, 2024
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
6
Views
290
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Dec 24, 2024
limp
D
Foxbody Misfire 5.0 Swap
  • DPORTER0729
  • May 2, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
7
Views
564
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Jul 13, 2025
90sickfox
  • Locked
93 LX father son project
  • ZAM93LX
  • Oct 26, 2025
  • The Welcome Wagon
Replies
15
Views
488
The Welcome Wagon Oct 28, 2025
Noobz347
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2.3L (N/A & Turbo) Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?