Spark Plugs for a Y33

[QFourFive]

I know that NGK Platinum sparks plugs are recommended for the y33, but as i was searching spark plugs I read the description for the NGK Iridium IX spark plugs, and they sounded like they would help my car perform better.

Info on the Platinum:NGK G-POWER PLATINUM SERIES SPARK PLUG, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY -- 14 mm thread, 19 mm reach,16 mm hex size, gasket seat, resistor, solid terminal, JIS height, projected tip, platinum tipped center electrode, trapezoid beveled cut ground electrode, 1.016 mm gap, heat range 5; The best platinum spark plug at an economical cost; Features fine platinum tip that reduces required voltage; Provides faster starts and quicker acceleration; Extremely durable under high heat; Trivalent metal plating offers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties.

Info on the Iridium IX:NGK IRIDIUM IX SERIES SPARK PLUG, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY -- 14 mm thread, 19 mm reach, 16 mm hex size, gasket seat, resistor, solid terminal, ISO length, projected tip, fine wire 0.6 mm iridium center electrode, tapered cut ground electrode, 1.1 mm gap, heat range 5; Designed specifically for the performance enthusiast; Offers extreme ignitability, improved throttle response and superior anti fouling; Iridium alloy has extremely high melting point making it perfect for today's high-tech and high performance engines; Features fine iridium tip that ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark; Trivalent metal plating offers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties; Delivers outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability with its ultimate design, technology and performance.

From Car-Stuff.com

Any info/suggestions will be appreciated.

[loystock]

Changing the plugs on the Y33 is not easy. Unless others have positive experience about NGK Iridium plugs, I'd stick with the OEM plugs.

[oldmako]

WADR,

Changing the spark plugs on a y33 (or whatever you want to call a 97-00 or is it o1???) qBomb isn''t as hard as some would have you believe. It's not an old bug or straight 6, but your average nimrod with some common sense and a modicum of experience can handle this job if he uses his head and works diligently and deliberately.

Not to you rine ate on anyone's personal barbeeq, just trying to offer a different opinion.

I tossed the OEM plugs in my ride about two years and 30K ago. Pretty easy, and great results. It took me about 3 hours, but I was in no rush and taking my time to lube connectors, clean, etc. This afternoon I stomped on the old gal at a red light with the transmission in 1. At 6K I pushed for 2 and at 6K I pushed for D.

Mofo got up an went and the engine was screamin without a hiccup or hiccdown. So, what'snot to like wiff dem Origginil plugs??

Am I missing sumpin?
Modified by oldmako at 7:28 AM 9/8/2009