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Re: Indexing Spark Plugs

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Subject: Re: Indexing Spark Plugs
From: Patrick McMullen <mcmullen@isnet.is.bgsm.edu>
Date: Sun, 01 Sep 1996 07:18:54 -0700
Organization: Barking Dog Productions
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Eddy,

You should be able to get those electrodes close just by using one washer 
of the right thickness.  They make kits for this operation that can be 
purchased at most auto parts stores.  I think they are made by Morroso.  
I would not use more than one washer.
Indexing the spark plugs is an act of improving the combustion 
efficiency.  Even a stock engine can benefit from this.  Not all engine 
cylinder head designs are alike.  That is why the indexing location is 
not always pointed at the intake valve.  On the TR-6 you want to index 
them to the exhaust valve.
Also make sure you buy the proper washers.  They make two kinds.  Flat 
washers and taper washers.  Look at the base of the spark plug the area 
that seats to the head.  If it is flat, use a flat washer etc. etc.

Good Luck Eddy

Pat in NC      CF 29252 U   "Counting down for Road America"

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