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spark plug ? for s40

Old Apr 6, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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hi
just bought sparkplugs after market for the s40 turbo autoamtic
and the 4 spark plaugs i got one was missing a gasket...metal gasket
- can by missing one gasket hurt the car,,hurt the performance
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input apprciated thanks
 
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Old Apr 8, 2006 | 11:24 AM
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There are lots of posts here regarding Volvo's not liking aftermarket plugs. You would be better off buying and installing Volvo plugs. Gaskets on plugs provide a seal for the hot gases and the compressed air in the cylinder. They also provide for the correct plug "reach" or depth into the cylinder head. They are there for a reason and I would not install a plug without one. BJ
 
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 04:55 AM
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I thought i was doing my car a favor by using Iridium but for the cost it is not worth it, they only lasted 6 months, you have to replace them every 30,000kms for best performance.
 
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