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Spark Plugs????

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Best spark plugs for a 1.8 Zetec petrol 2001 mk1??

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    I'd go with NGK if they do a suitable fitment. Wouldn't suggest Denso if you're thinking of those.

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    Was thinking Bosch super +

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    Ford branded ones are both ngk or bosch as long as you check the gap on them and gap them to 1.0mm either will do they are pregapped but at old specs

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    BOSCH SUPER 4's

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    Ford branded ones are both ngk or bosch as long as you check the gap on them and gap them to 1.0mm either will do they are pregapped but at old specs

    out of curiosity is the old pre gap 1.0mm and the new gap 1,3mm? what year did ford change these? I remember reading that it was due to coil packs burning out early or something but don't quote me on that lol! :)

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    Went for Bosch 4+ it runs sweet as

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    The old gap is 1.3mm all gaps now are 1.0mm even on newer fords and yes it was done to stop coil pack failures and rough idle issues

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    good to know Arthur.

    Thanks for the info.

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