View Full Version : not sure what kind of plugs to run??
hpfreak08
11-22-2009, 12:13 PM
ive got an 06 ranger sport with the 3.0 liter engine and im running solid copper core wires and also no cats, im looking for a cooler plug to run and right now im running bosh platnum +4s, i dont know to much on the subject so would any of yall have any knoledge to enlighten me on what type of plug i should run?
Why did you remove the cat?
Best plug I have found is the motorcraft plug they come with from the factory
hpfreak08
11-22-2009, 12:59 PM
i was looking for sound and a lil more power, but i wound up getting bit on the ass with gas milage, i need to get some simulators.. not to mention a new muffler cuz someone stole it off of my truck while i was at work.. takes alot of nerve for someone to do that
littleblue
11-22-2009, 02:48 PM
Best plug I have found is the motorcraft plug they come with from the factory
Motorcraft x2. Bosch are junk.
Fx4wannabe01
11-22-2009, 02:58 PM
why are you after a cooler plug? are you boosted?
bosch's are junk...go motorcraft or autolite.
olfordtruck
11-22-2009, 03:39 PM
I just switched to autolite platnium after I did seafoam and a ton of other stuff. Bosch is terrible! Just like Shane says... go motorcraft or autolite.
Kinda the rule to think about You cant have massive horse power, and have excellent gas mileage. You have to pick which one you want.
hpfreak08
11-22-2009, 07:00 PM
no im not boosted just trying to run cooler so my pistons dont overheat cuz im running no cats and the 02 is just unplugged cuz i figured that would work for now and be better for the motor until i get simulators.. i think ill definatly boost for the motorcraft plugs then..
joldtown
11-23-2009, 09:24 PM
I just switched to autolite platnium after I did seafoam and a ton of other stuff. Bosch is terrible! Just like Shane says... go motorcraft or autolite.
Just did the same thing. So far I have no complaints from the Autolite Platinums.
FireRanger
11-23-2009, 10:11 PM
Ford truck engines and bosch plugs do not mix. Use motorcraft or autolites. Anything else will run like crap, fail, or burn up. I can't explain why but it happens to EVERYONE that has ever tried plugs other than motorcraft or autolite.
Fx4wannabe01
11-23-2009, 10:34 PM
get your cat issue worked out. the engine tune SUCKS if the 02 sensor is left unplugged. Get simulators in there or something. I'm sure it barely runs as-is.
I ran autolite coppers when I was broke after I sucked in a huge gulp of water. Seemed to do well.
JULIUS
11-24-2009, 05:02 AM
I'm running Denso iridium plugs.They are suppose to last a 100,000 miles but I'll change them around 50,000-75,000 depending on how its running. So far I have about 30,000 miles on them and It's still running smooth.You'll want a plug that last a while.When you try to change the passenger side rear plugs you'll know why you want a long lasting plug.
FireRanger
11-24-2009, 05:42 AM
You'll want a plug that last a while. When you try to change the passenger side rear plugs you'll know why you want a long lasting plug.
Its not so bad if you snap your lower arm in two and hyperextend your elbow backwards....
JULIUS
11-24-2009, 06:24 AM
Its not so bad if you snap your lower arm in two and hyperextend your elbow backwards....
LOL!! I'm 53 and at that age I won't heal as fast as you so I need longer lasting plugs. :)
RangerLuc
11-24-2009, 08:28 AM
autolite double plat
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