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Old 02-17-2015 | 05:53 AM
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Originally Posted by 1QwkSport2.5r
I have an '07 Hemi Ram with 138k on it. Manual recommends replacing the 16 plugs every 30k. I replaced mine at 110k and it looked like the factory originals - electrodes badly worn. But the porcelain was a very light tan color. Corrosion was evident On the plug threads. I used anti-seize on the threads of the new plugs that cost $0.99 each.
I've seen it recommended that you not use anti-seize on spark plugs because it can inhibit heat transfer from the plugs to the head. However, it is standard operating procedure on every full size airplane engine I ever worked on to religiously use anti-seize on the plug threads.

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