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confused
Dodge Dakota
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9/17/2002
22:47:08
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OK I just changed spark plugs on my 98 5.2.
I was thinking that the little washer thingy that came with each Autolite 3923 Platinum (all they had) was "optional"....Is this the case???
I was thinking that they were included to give two different options for how far in the plug goes into the cylinder...but now I'm thinking that they are actually a kind of "crush" washer for sealing.
thanks( and be kind )
Rob
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Todd W
GenIII
9/17/2002
22:51:26
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They are kind of a crush seal for sealing (at least, thats what I think). :0)
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handi2
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9/17/2002
22:56:51
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Thats exactly what they are. A crush washer and must be used.
The only time they are not used is with a tapered spark plug (they come without a washer).
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confused
Dodge Dakota
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9/17/2002
22:58:18
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This is the first time I've had to change them, the ones I took out were Champions with the washers.
I measured from the base of the autolites to the electrode tip and it is about the same as the champions (from tip to washer)????
I would think that you would want the plug in the cylinder as far as possible, with out hitting valves or pistons, to get a better burn.
I dunno maybe I'm an idiot who overthinks things :-)
Rob
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confused
Dodge Dakota
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9/17/2002
22:59:59
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OK thanks guys, I'll go the washers out of the trash then.
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Big Blue QC
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9/18/2002
08:06:46
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The exact reason I will never buy a used vehicle again. On confused behalf, I know you have to learn someway.
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MightyDakSXT
GenIII
9/18/2002
09:28:36
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The 3923 spark plugs are a heat range colder than the stock plugs. They're not going to go into the cylinder as far as the stock ones.
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