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Spark plug recommendation

Posted By: Belvedere1

Spark plug recommendation - 10/02/17 11:26 PM

Its time to get the car out of summer hibernation and some fresh plugs are probably in order so wanted to get some thoughts on whether to go with what I have been running or go with something else. Currently running Autolite 23. Motor is a 10.5:1 451, OOTB Edelbrock RPM heads, I'm limited to 91 octane at the pump. Cam is a solid .520 lift @ 254, 800 Edelbrock carb, Firecore distributor, chrome box, MSD Blaster coil. The plugs look clean now and if anything maybe on the lean side.
Posted By: Thumperdart

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 05:38 AM

Originally Posted By Belvedere1
Its time to get the car out of summer hibernation and some fresh plugs are probably in order so wanted to get some thoughts on whether to go with what I have been running or go with something else. Currently running Autolite 23. Motor is a 10.5:1 451, OOTB Edelbrock RPM heads, I'm limited to 91 octane at the pump. Cam is a solid .520 lift @ 254, 800 Edelbrock carb, Firecore distributor, chrome box, MSD Blaster coil. The plugs look clean now and if anything maybe on the lean side.


I'd go w/a #7 NGK or it MAY like the hotter #6............ thumbs
Posted By: hemi-itis

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 05:39 AM

Regular 5/8 head NGK plugs @$20 set
Posted By: Cab_Burge

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 05:40 AM

I have used that same plug in similar motors, they worked fine up
If it ain't broken why fix it work In other words if they look good now use them again up scope
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 05:45 AM

Would that be an FR or XR?
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 05:47 AM

I'm not opposed to using the 23s again, just curious what other options may be out there.
Posted By: AndyF

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/03/17 07:27 AM

I'd put NGK #6987 in there. Extra projected nose, extra wide gap, super inexpensive plug. They are the OEM plug on a bunch of cars including some Jeeps. $2 each from Summit.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ngk-6987
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/04/17 03:16 AM

I'll see if this one cross references to something close in an Accel shorty plug. I have to use the shortest possible on #8.
Posted By: Kevins493

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/05/17 12:51 PM

Originally Posted By AndyF
I'd put NGK #6987 in there. Extra projected nose, extra wide gap, super inexpensive plug. They are the OEM plug on a bunch of cars including some Jeeps. $2 each from Summit.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ngk-6987



How does that plug compare to the AR3923 as far as heat range?
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/16/17 08:08 PM

I ended up going with the NGK 6987s, the main reason is they were in stock, cheap, and you recommended them. What would you gap them at?
Posted By: AndyF

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/16/17 11:35 PM

I don't think I've ever gapped those plugs. Just run them out of the box. I've checked the gap a few times and it is always at spec so I just leave them alone. They are a wide gap plug.......
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/16/17 11:49 PM

Ok, will do. Thanks for the response.
Posted By: 451Mopar

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/17/17 03:33 PM

The 6987 is a ZFR6F-11G plug. plugs are pre-gapped to 0.043"

I think the code breaks down as:
Z - extended projection
F - 14mm diameter x 1.25mm thread pitch, 19mm long threads (3/4" = 19.05mm), 16mm hex (5/8" = 15.875mm)
R - Resistor plug
6 - Heat range 6. Seems to be good for street engines. For race engines I usually use a colder 8 heat range spark plug.
F - Firing end construction, I think "F" is a code for how far the projected tip is, but I don't see it listed in the chart?
11 - Pre-set plug gap 1.1mm = 0.043" (0.433071")
G - I think this is Copper core Ground Electrode?
Posted By: Belvedere1

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/18/17 03:40 AM

Thanks for the added info on those.
Posted By: 451Mopar

Re: Spark plug recommendation - 10/18/17 01:47 PM

I wanted to see what they were. I haven't used the extended projection type plugs. I have been using the BKR6E-11 type plugs, standard projection tip, ISO 50.5mm (1.98") outer length vs JIS 53mm (2.086"). Just a slight more clearance between plug end and shock tower.
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