Operation - Light the Fire
Today the sparkplugs have been purchased and installed
For those who have never changed their own sparkplugs before
1. For ECOTEC you need a 5/8" plug socket (long reach socket) and a rachet or T handle to turn it with
2. With motor NOT running disconnect all your ignition leads from the sparkplugs
3. Using socket and drive remove each sparkplug, turn plug in anticlockwise direction to undo
4. Then unpack your new sparkplugs and insert, when tightening them do not use all your strength, just firm is good and all that is needed.
5. Reconnect all your ignition wires making sure the correct wire for each plug is connected
6. Remove all tools, rags, mates and other crap out of engine bay and start the engine, if everything is correct it will run smooth as! The whole job is very easy in the VT - VY models since there is a lot of space along side the engine.
You will see we have chosen Iridium sparkplugs, this plug type allows us a much greater tuning range before we run into detonation issues. The old plugs are just fine for everyday use but will not cut it when the serious stuff cuts in. Most Raptor kits are supplied with Iridium sparkplugs so the owner will achieve his best performance.
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