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2.2 spark plug gap
« on: 28 January 2010, 11:55:10 »
Just about to have a go replacing the sparkers on my 2.2....need to gap the plugs first.

What is the recommended plug gap on NGK BKR6EK for the 2.2 16v, anyone?
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #1 on: 28 January 2010, 11:56:16 »
'gap' the plugs?  :-/

I just stick GM twin electrodes in, and wack the coil pack on top  :y
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #2 on: 28 January 2010, 12:00:47 »
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'gap' the plugs?  :-/

I just stick GM twin electrodes in, and wack the coil pack on top  :y

These NGKs are twin electrodes...
I have always gapped plugs before putting them in...is it not necessary on the Omega?
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #3 on: 28 January 2010, 12:02:07 »
you do not gap multi electrode plugs, only single  :y
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #4 on: 28 January 2010, 12:03:15 »
Just found it on page 229 of the handbook:

1.0mm +/- 0.1mm

Will crack on....in my suit...
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #5 on: 28 January 2010, 12:04:04 »
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you do not gap multi electrode plugs, only single  :y

Many thanks-will just "drop" them in.
Surely something else with go wrong, they'll thread or something  :o
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #6 on: 28 January 2010, 12:07:15 »
lol, dont go too tight then  :y

25 nm  :y
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #7 on: 28 January 2010, 12:19:19 »
Any plug you buy now should be already pre set. ;)
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #8 on: 28 January 2010, 12:25:13 »
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lol, dont go too tight then  :y

25 nm  :y

 :-? Does that mean don't hammer the handle of the socket set round with a mallet?

Look into my eyes, not around the eyes.....you will call a competent mechanic in order not to cause horrific damage.....back in the room  :o
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #9 on: 28 January 2010, 12:25:58 »
Give me a 2CV to work on, any day  ;D
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #10 on: 28 January 2010, 12:43:56 »
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Give me a 2CV to work on, any day  ;D
And ill have a pushbike. :D
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #11 on: 28 January 2010, 12:46:39 »
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Give me a 2CV to work on, any day  ;D
And ill have a pushbike. :D

The CVs simpler.....less gears  ;D
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #12 on: 28 January 2010, 14:06:30 »
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lol, dont go too tight then  :y

25 nm  :y

 :-? Does that mean don't hammer the handle of the socket set round with a mallet?

Look into my eyes, not around the eyes.....you will call a competent mechanic in order not to cause horrific damage.....back in the room  :o

On a serious note, tighten them to 25 Nm then go over them all again a couple of times, as the washer does crush, meaning that they often need a second or third tweak to achieve the correct torque.

Found about 4 out of 6 of mine practically hand tight when I changed mine yesterday. :o

Kevin
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #13 on: 28 January 2010, 14:36:01 »
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lol, dont go too tight then  :y

25 nm  :y

 :-? Does that mean don't hammer the handle of the socket set round with a mallet?

Look into my eyes, not around the eyes.....you will call a competent mechanic in order not to cause horrific damage.....back in the room  :o

On a serious note, tighten them to 25 Nm then go over them all again a couple of times, as the washer does crush, meaning that they often need a second or third tweak to achieve the correct torque.

Found about 4 out of 6 of mine practically hand tight when I changed mine yesterday. :o

Kevin

Most of mine were the same, and i know they were torqued correctly when fitted  :-/
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Re: 2.2 spark plug gap
« Reply #14 on: 28 January 2010, 15:11:04 »
You can't accurately gap a multi electrode plug! It's impossible.  :-?
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