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I think it is about time to change my spark plugs, what is the torx setting on to change them? Also- I have heard that a certain kind of bosch plugs (platnium maybe?) are not good for the e36. So any that you would recommend? Thanks for the help  __________________
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S52 CONVERSION UNDERWAY |  |  | | 06-13-2004, 03:09 PM | #2 | | Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 107 |
Quote: | Originally Posted by schussey I think it is about time to change my spark plugs, what is the torx setting on to change them? Also- I have heard that a certain kind of bosch plugs (platnium maybe?) are not good for the e36. So any that you would recommend? Thanks for the help | Just did this. According to BMW parts dept. 1-hand tighten plugs and then on quarter turn with wrench. 2-NGK instead of Bosch. They say Bosch caused issues and the switch was made to NGK for this motor. Car runs fine, whole process took about 10 minutes but you need a 10 inch or so extension for your socket set. Good luck. | | | | | 06-13-2004, 03:35 PM | #3 | | Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 641 |
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S52 CONVERSION UNDERWAY | | | | | 06-13-2004, 06:32 PM | #4 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Maryland, USA Posts: 678 |
I really didnt notice much difference when switching from NGKs with 90000 miles on them to brand new bosch platinum +4s.
Bosch platinums did wonders on my old car (M10) but nothing much on the M44. __________________
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i have heard a few horror stories about the bosch platnium +4s though __________________
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S52 CONVERSION UNDERWAY | | | | | 06-14-2004, 02:00 AM | #6 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Maryland, USA Posts: 678 |
Perhaps I should go back to NGKs... __________________
BostonGreen 97' w/ DASC & Technique Stage 1 software
M3 front bumper. BavAuto Springs. Bilstein Sport Shocks. Xbrace. BA Short Shifter.
Angel Eyes Headlights, doubled brake lights
225/50/16's Yokohama Advan S4's
Panasonic 70Wx4 CD/MP3 player + 4x Alpine 6x9's rear | | | | | 08-27-2004, 11:06 AM | #7 | | Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Green Bay Posts: 30 |
I am ready to replace the plugs on my 95'TI myself. I just installed a Nitrous kit on the car. I've heard rumor that I should not use Multi-electrode plugs with Nitrous. Has anyone heard a similiar story?
I ordered NGK plugs, and am ready to install. I am just waiting to hear back from anyone about this.
Is it OK to use NGK double electrode plugs with Nitrous???
Thanks. | | | | | 09-28-2004, 04:17 PM | #8 | | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 4,129 |  Which plugs?
I just replaced my spark plugs. Bought the car two weeks ago, decided to do a mini tune-up. The plugs that were in the car were NGK, and I replaced them with Bosch platinum 4's. It does seem to idle alittle rough, but it idled alittle rough before. I think it might be idling even worse now. Maybe I should go back to NGK. Eric Quote: | Originally Posted by schussey i have heard a few horror stories about the bosch platnium +4s though | __________________ 
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From my past experience:
Bosch = Crap
NGK = Good
On A side note, does anyone know the PN for the NGK plugs. Also PN for colder plugs. I did a quick search on here and bfc, but didn't fing anything for the M44, just thought it would be some good info to have, thanks.
Oh yeah, Stomp, NGK singles should work just fine with nitrous. | | | | | 09-30-2004, 05:19 PM | #10 | | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 4,129 | Spark Plugs
I threw out my NGK's, what is the model #? Quote: | Originally Posted by GDB From my past experience:
Bosch = Crap
NGK = Good
On A side note, does anyone know the PN for the NGK plugs. Also PN for colder plugs. I did a quick search on here and bfc, but didn't fing anything for the M44, just thought it would be some good info to have, thanks.
Oh yeah, Stomp, NGK singles should work just fine with nitrous. | __________________
1998 (July) 318ti, 5-spd
OEM Armrest Blaupunkt Heidelberg CD50 CD Player/Compact Drive MP3 Player Diamond Audio 5.25" rear speakers Navman ICN 530 GPS BMWALARM.COM (with comfort settings) after market alarm system Magnecor 8.5mm wires M-Z3 Shifter/Momo Knob Burlwood Dashboard Stromung Exhaust X-brace Racing Dynamics Front Strut Bar Carbonio C.A.I. 17" Rial Rims Vader Seats/Heated/Lumbar Support M-tech Steering Wheel/Front Sway Bar/Front & Rear Bumper Depos/w 6500K Angel Eyes/6000K HIDs Clear Corners M3 Mirrors UUC Light Weight Flywheel/M5 Clutch/M3 Clutch Slave E28 3.46 LSD/Mcoupe Cover/E30 Flanges & Halfshafts UUC S.S. Brake/Clutch Lines Hartge Roof Spoiler BavAuto Springs Bilstein Sport Struts/Shocks E46 M3 Rear Shock Mounts SPC Front Camber Kit Reiger Hatch Spoiler BavAuto Rear Camber Kit Dinan Stage II Software Turner Rear Sway Bar Reinforcements BMW E46 Auto dimming mirror with Clown Nose alarm Engine Compartment Light Heated Wiper Fluid Retrofit OEM Fire Extinguisher Da'lan Trailer Hitch Rear Sun Shade OEM Fog Light Retrofit H & R MZ3 Rear Sway Bar/ UUC Adjustable End Links Cruise Control Retrofit On Board Computer Retrofit M3 twistie style side skirts Carbon Fiber Hood | | | | | 09-30-2004, 11:28 PM | #11 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Maryland, USA Posts: 678 |
Ive not been too happy with Bosch Platinum +4's. Barely any improvement over NGK's with 115000 miles.
Ill be moving back to NGK's in the near future. __________________
BostonGreen 97' w/ DASC & Technique Stage 1 software
M3 front bumper. BavAuto Springs. Bilstein Sport Shocks. Xbrace. BA Short Shifter.
Angel Eyes Headlights, doubled brake lights
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Panasonic 70Wx4 CD/MP3 player + 4x Alpine 6x9's rear | | | | | 12-28-2004, 10:30 AM | #12 | | Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Sudbury, Suffolk, UK. Posts: 25 | Spark Plugs
So, what is the correct spark plug (gap) setting?
Also, what is the largest (tallest) tyre (tire), as in height not width, I can fit to a standard wheel on a stantard 318ti?
(I had to ask the second question here because I couldn't find how to post a new question.) | | | | | 12-28-2004, 08:36 PM | #13 | | Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 62 |  Spark plugs...
Where can I purchase some NGK's, I believe I am in need of a tune up, I am quickly approaching 174,000 mi. on my ti. Also should I change my wires and coil pack? __________________
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autozone, napa. just walk in and tell the model of your car and ask for NGK spark plug | | | | | 03-31-2006, 03:36 AM | #15 | | Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: state college, pa Posts: 3,431 |
Heh. biorjin, you may want to check the date of posts before you reply  __________________
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