The Importance of Proper Spark Plug Torqueing
Whenever you install new spark plugs in your vehicle’s engine, there are some crucial considerations to keep in mind. For those who have installed plugs before, proper plug gapping usually comes to mind first. But another important factor in getting the most out of a new set of spark plugs is to precisely torque them
How Gapping Impacts Iridium Spark Plug Performance
Anyone installing new spark plugs needs to be mindful of the right gap for successful ignition and optimal performance. This gap, or the proper distance between the center and ground electrodes, can be found in each vehicle’s service manual. One of the main reasons to take extra care in this area is that spark plug
Don’t Forget About Ignition When It’s Time for Road Trip Tune-Ups
Summer 2020 was a boom time for road trips. Many drivers were eager to hit the road, and according to the Expedia® 2020 Summer Travel Report published in July 2020, 85% of U.S. travelers reported that they would be likely to take a road trip. This road trip renaissance is slated to continue into spring
Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines
One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured, you can offer confident recommendations to customers on which parts will work best for their needs. The use of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines has continued to grow across
Earn Customer Trust with Ideal Spark Plugs for GDI Engines
One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured, you can offer confident recommendations to customers on which parts will work best for their needs. The use of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines has continued to grow across
VIDEO: What If Spark Plugs Are Not Replaced?
Worn spark plugs can cause more damage to an engine than you might think. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
VIDEO: Checking For Spark Inside And Outside The Engine
In this video we discuss what it takes to fire a spark plug under pressure. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
VIDEO: What Keeps Spark Plugs In The Head?
Here’s everything you need to know when tightening a spark plug. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
VIDEO: Real Fuel Pump Diagnostics For Pros
The reality is that for technicians working on a car this almost never works. This video is sponsored by Carter.
VIDEO: Spark Plug Electrode Wear And The Shape Of The Tip
We discuss how wear due to plasma erosion can change firing voltages. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
VIDEO: Extended Crank Conditions During Starting
The issue might not be the starter or battery, it might be the fuel pump. This video is sponsored by Carter.
VIDEO: Replacement Spark Plug Selection
You have choices when selecting a replacement spark plug. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
