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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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autolite plugs?

What do you guys think of the autolite plugs for the 302? whats a better plug?
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 04:57 PM
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Not too sure but from what I have read on here, the Autolite are the ones to use. I have seen some posts where the people were told to get the Bosch or NKG out and put Autolite in. I run them myself and have not had any problem with them. I am sure others with more experience will chime in as this seems to be a highly talked about subject.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 05:49 PM
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i have autolites in my 460 and they do fine

its a carbed, non-comp. motor though,

it would help if ya gave year,carbed or efi, etc...
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 06:35 PM
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I use NGK V-powers...I switched to them from the Autolites and my truck runs smoother and accelerates better.

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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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The auto parts store will tell you that autolite are original equipment. But I have always found Motorcraft plugs in mine when I do the first change. I like to always insist on Motorcraft plugs and filters.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 07:17 PM
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motorcraft plugs are made by autolite and are the same. NGK makes a quality plug as well.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 08:47 PM
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NGK ftmfw. Period.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 09:24 PM
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Since you're jumpin on the filter wagon too...I used a Motorcraft oil filter ONCE and I just changed it back to a Pure One....because my rockers were rattling with the motorcraft.....NGK handsdown for me.

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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 09:26 PM
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i have them.. gapped at 0.55 runs good.. good power smooth idle
 
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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 09:29 PM
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you have which ones Jurgen?

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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 10:13 PM
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Motorcraft or NGK.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2008 | 06:41 AM
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I use autolite in my 90' F150 (see sig) and they work just fine. No problems..
 
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I use NGK Iridiums in the Triton motors but I like Autolite Platinums in my Windors and 300 Six as well.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2008 | 09:26 AM
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I use the autolites and have no problems
 
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Old Apr 16, 2008 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by flareside_thunder
you have which ones Jurgen?

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