Thanks for the response, George (and Eric, and Joel Walker). This is of particular interest to me because my engine died due to pre-ignition. Now, there were too many variables to say it was one specific thing, but when Bob finishes rebuilding it, i'll be sure to start with a "colder" plug, just to be safe... Thanks -Damon
--- George Thorburn <thorgk@ACCESSCOMM.CA> wrote: > Damon wrote: > > >>I've seen a few mentions of plug heat ranges. What > >>does this effect? What are the consequences of > >>running "too hot" or "too cold" of a plug? > > Damon: > > I am no expert but if I understand this concept > correctly the heat range of a plug affects the > temperature of the tip when the motor is running. ===== '84 Westy (Sparky) w/2.3L WBX (well... it was worth a shot. And now it is.) Vancouver, BC
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