| SDExpoman | -- 01-15-2011 @ 6:26 PM |
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I keep getting bad Champion Plugs out of the box. I'm getting tired of playing this sh*ll game. Any long term success with other brands that I can use for my 12v 8BA truck? This message was edited by SDExpoman on 1-15-11 @ 6:27 PM
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| 42guy | -- 01-15-2011 @ 7:40 PM |
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I have had good luck with Autolite and NGK plugs.
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| trjford8 | -- 01-16-2011 @ 9:24 AM |
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Try the following; Autolite 216, NGK B4L or NGK B6L. I have also seen suggestions of Autolite 437 and Bosch 4214(platinum). Champions have not been good inthe last few years.
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| supereal | -- 01-16-2011 @ 10:24 AM |
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I guess I am about the only one still using Champion plugs. I switched from H-10's to RJ14YC Champions years ago, set at .028 for my '47. They have performed flawlessly, and the long tip stays clean.
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| 46fordnut | -- 01-16-2011 @ 7:38 PM |
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no. i'm useing those champion plugs as well no issues. in my 46 flathead 8.
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| Mo$4Ford | -- 01-23-2011 @ 10:19 PM |
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Using Motorcraft or Autolites, work great! Not A Show Car, Just A Show Off Car!
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| 37RAGTOPMAN | -- 01-24-2011 @ 2:39 PM |
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Was wondering what exactly is happening,that makes the plugs bad ? foul out easily ? misses? how's the ignition wire, where did they come from , how old ? was the coil tested, or switchedd for another to ss if that was the problem, how's the contacts in the primary ignition system? ignition switch, starter solinoid, were the main pickup for currant,to the ignition switch, I could see having a few bad plugs, but they usually take a few thousand miles to have problems, let us know after you install a set of AUTOLITES, OR NGK, MY 3 CENTS ,37RAGTOPMAN an KEEP on FORDIN,,,!!!!
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| supereal | -- 01-24-2011 @ 2:57 PM |
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Most of the time, spark plugs fail from contamination by oil that has escaped by the rings or valve guides. The H-10's were prone to this problem. Using the long snouted plugs tends to diminish this condition. Some fouling is due to overuse of additives such as MMO or lead replacements, but overall engine condition coupled with lots of short trip driving is a common link. The best and most expensive spark plugs in the world can't compensate for a badly worn engine, contaminated fuel, or a failing carburetor. If you are having lots of plug problems, run a compression test to see if your engine is tired.
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| SDExpoman | -- 02-07-2011 @ 10:49 AM |
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The truck was sputtering and smoking when I first got it running. Sure there were plenty of items that required attention, but out of the 8 the brand new Champion Plugs installed, two of them never fired and when I tested them with my digital meter they had no continuity. The Autolite 216's out of the box were all good to go. This message was edited by SDExpoman on 2-7-11 @ 10:50 AM
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| 51f1 | -- 02-07-2011 @ 6:02 PM |
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If you want a resister plug, Autolite 86 will work. Richard
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