Solving pinging problem
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Solving pinging problem
I would like to know if I use hotter sparkplug can be a good solution to solve a pinging problem on 1999 ranger 4.0L? I tried to use better gaz but it doesn't solve the problem. When the outside temperature is hotter the pingning problem grow up ( summer time ). In winter the problem is less important. Finally if I use hotter sparkplug can it damage the engine?
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You could also drizzle or spray a mist of H2O into the intake while idleing the engine. The water turns to steam as the engine fires, and you can remove carbon deposits that can cause pinging. Sometimes a good run up through the gears, using higher revs can blow out carbon, too.
The above fixes are old-time stuff. From an old person.
tom
The above fixes are old-time stuff. From an old person.
tom
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Originally Posted by Geof
Ok for the cooler spark plug but what can be the consequence on the engine? p
