Do Autolite spark plugs need to be gapped?
Autolite® and all spark plug manufacturers offer spark plugs pre-gapped in the most popular gap sizes. Because of the many gap sizes required, no one offers spark plugs properly gapped for every application. Gapping has always been the job of the installer.
What is the spark plug gap for a Ford?
The thing is, the original recommended spark plugs have a gap of 0.52-0.56, which is what is recommended in the Haynes manual. However, I think some time between 2000 and now, the recommended plugs changed to another model, which is factory gapped to 0.44.
Are spark plug gaps preset?
Spark plugs traditionally leave the factory pre-gapped for their most popular application. However, a plug may fit hundreds of engines, from cars to golf carts. Gapping the plugs to your engine’s specifications is important to prevent pre-ignition, detonation, fouling and poor fuel economy.
What is the difference between single platinum and double platinum spark plugs?
Platinum spark plugs come in two varieties – single and double platinum. A single platinum plug is much like a copper spark plug with a platinum disc welded to the center electrode; a double platinum spark plug has a platinum disc on both the center and side electrodes.
Which is Better double platinum or iridium?
In comparing iridium with platinum, iridium has proven to have more advantages than platinum. The strength of iridium spark plugs is capable of lasting up to 25% longer than that of platinum spark plugs. Therefore, iridium is completely better than double platinum.
Are Motorcraft and autolite the same?
Autolite has continued since and is still a brand name in use today. Motorcraft was originally launched in the 1950s and was temporarily discontinued after Ford had purchased the Autolite trade name and utilized it as their primary auto parts brand.