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[ScottieMV6]

Got some new spark plugs from Vx. Do I need to gap them before putting them in?

[vauxfan2k]

some ppl say no, but I always gap them using my high tech guage (aka hacksaw blade) Ive never had any problems and my plugs usually outlast the recomended service time.

im sure someone else might have another opinion tho..  

[Cliffo B]

If there the quad electrode ones I aways understood a definite no no

[Darth Loo-knee]

sure as long as you get the correct plugs there is no need to alter the gaps  

[Andy B]

some ppl say no, but I always gap them using my high tech guage (aka hacksaw blade) Ive never had any problems and my plugs usually outlast the recomended service time.

im sure someone else might have another opinion tho..  

You can't gap these types of plug, 2 or 4 electrode.

[feeutfo]

do not alter the gap, just wack em in.

[Elite Pete]

Just changing the subject a tad, did you get the gaskets OK Scott?

[ScottieMV6]

Just changing the subject a tad, did you get the gaskets OK Scott?

Got them thanks Pete. Fully intended to do them today but realised I don't have the correct size spark plug socket so didn't see the point in putting them back on until I had changed the spark plugs.

Scott

[Andy B]

..... but realised I don't have the correct size spark plug socket so didn't see the point in putting them back on until I had changed the spark plugs. ......

You no halfords in Swinton Scott?      
I did that with my bike. I've got large & small (don't know the sizes ) fro cars 3/8" & 1/2" drive, but had to buy another to the bike's plugs.  

[ScottieMV6]

Going to get one this morning Andy.