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Has anyone done FATS testing when upgrading to Bosch Platin spark plugs from stock? What were the

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Old 03-31-2005, 05:38 PM
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Default Has anyone done FATS testing when upgrading to Bosch Platin spark plugs from stock? What were the

results? Any data showing an increase in timing?
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I don't think timing is affected by the spark plug type.
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Default I was under the impression that going colder would help prevent preignition.

Am I wrong?
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Default Going colder refers to the heat transfer capacity of the insulator only. --->

Plug related detonation would require the plug to glow. Even a plug that's too hot wouldn't glow. On the contrary, the hot plug would burn off any carbon deposits better than a cold one..
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Default That's why I have to drive it hard every day:)

I'm afraid the colder plugs will foul out sooner if I drive without using the boost on my short 10 mile (30-45mph zone) drive to work every day.
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