XK8 / XKR ( X100 ) 1996 - 2006

Spark plugs

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:28 PM
  #1  
hlgeorge's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 3,472
Likes: 259
From: Atlanta, GA USA
Default Spark plugs

I am going to replace the spark plugs in my 01 XKR soon. In researching NGK Iridium plugs, I get much conflictinginformation. Has anyone used the NGK Iridium plugs on the 4.0 supercharged motor? What plug did you use?
 
Reply
Old Dec 21, 2008 | 01:34 AM
  #2  
2000blackxkr's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 258
Likes: 26
From: Battle Ground Washington
Default RE: Spark plugs

Yes i have NGK Iridium in my XKR.

I have not had any issues with them at all.
 
Reply
Old Dec 21, 2008 | 09:14 PM
  #3  
hlgeorge's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 3,472
Likes: 259
From: Atlanta, GA USA
Default RE: Spark plugs

Do you have the part number for the plugs you used?
 
Reply
Old Dec 22, 2008 | 08:52 PM
  #4  
2000blackxkr's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 258
Likes: 26
From: Battle Ground Washington
Default RE: Spark plugs

i used part# BKR6EIX

I got them from shucks.

www.partsamerica.com

i know i could have got them cheeper. but some times convenience is worth the price.

 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2008 | 11:06 AM
  #5  
hlgeorge's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 3,472
Likes: 259
From: Atlanta, GA USA
Default RE: Spark plugs

Thanks for the info. I'm going to order some. My mechanic wants to charge me $28 ea. + labor to install them.
 
Reply
Old Dec 23, 2008 | 11:35 PM
  #6  
2000blackxkr's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 258
Likes: 26
From: Battle Ground Washington
Default RE: Spark plugs

That is WAY OVER PRICED. BUT...... he is throwing in labor.

your cost
28.99 x 3 = 231.92

6.99 a plug x 3 = 55.82

you cant blame the guy for trying to make a buck. but if you are able to do it yourself, your better off. Have you done plugs on your jag before? it takes almost no special tools and is about a 45min job. for 176.10 its worth the 25mins.

 
Reply
Old Dec 24, 2008 | 05:12 AM
  #7  
GreenJewel's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 458
Likes: 9
From: Oregon - We don't tan we rust
Default RE: Spark plugs

ORIGINAL: 2000blackxkr

That is WAY OVER PRICED. BUT...... he is throwing in labor.

your cost
28.99 x 3 = 231.92

6.99 a plug x 3 = 55.82
Gee my XK8 has 8 plugs. Are you running a smart car engine?? Sorry couldn't resist.. Merry Christmas.
 
Reply
Old Dec 24, 2008 | 11:36 AM
  #8  
hlgeorge's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 3,472
Likes: 259
From: Atlanta, GA USA
Default RE: Spark plugs

I bought the plugs for the $6.99. My mechanic lets me buy parts if I can get them cheaper and just charges labor for the work. He is really pretty good. I may give it a try though, as I have replaced plugs before, but not on a Jag.
 
Reply
Old Dec 25, 2008 | 03:16 PM
  #9  
2000blackxkr's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 258
Likes: 26
From: Battle Ground Washington
Default RE: Spark plugs

LOL!!! WOW nice typo.... sorry....

GreenJewel: Please note that you are correct... Marry Christmas.... NOT HAPPY HOLIDAYS! I love not being PC!


Its Christmas morning and my crazy neighbor is washing his car in the snow!

Name:  IMG_1085.jpg
Views: 142
Size:  63.6 KB
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Justinb
E type ( XK-E )
3
Jun 21, 2023 05:29 PM
Poet
XK8 / XKR ( X100 )
6
Oct 2, 2015 09:00 AM
42Ajd
PRIVATE For Sale / Trade or Buy Classifieds
0
Sep 26, 2015 07:04 PM
reb1999
XK8 / XKR ( X100 )
3
Sep 26, 2015 08:41 AM
Boeingtravel95
XJ XJ6 / XJR6 ( X300 )
17
Sep 14, 2015 05:01 PM

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:26 AM.