1978 Nissan 280Z Spark Plugs
Your 1978 Nissan 280Z might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Spark Plugs you desperately need.
We currently carry 13 Spark Plugs to choose from for your 1978 Nissan 280Z, and our inventory prices range from as little as $3.90 up to $12.99.
On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 5 different trusted brands of Spark Plugs for the 1978 Nissan 280Z. We only sell parts from trusted brands like NGK so that you can find quality parts you can count on.
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Spark Plugs for Your 1978 Nissan 280Z
NGK – G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, BPR5EGP (Part No.7082)
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NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs are the best single platinum spark plugs at an economical price. G-Power plugs feature a fine wire platinum center electrode and a trapezoidal cut ground electrode that offers increased durability, improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, faster starts and quicker acceleration over conventional nickel spark plugs. An excellent upgrade for vehicles which used nickel alloy spark plugs originally. For better performance consider upgrading to a NGK Iridium IX plug. For even greater performance consider upgrading to a NGK RUTHENIUM HX plug.
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- SINGLE PLATINUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter platinum tip center electrode ensures improved durability and a consistently stable spark
- PLATINUM ALLOY: G-Power platinum provides exceptional value with increased performance and longer service intervals than factory nickel plugs
- TRAPEZOIDAL CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduces quenching design produces improved ignitability and performance
- SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
- COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
- RECOMMENDED USAGE: Lower cost alternative to double precious metal spark plugs or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
NGK – OE Series Standard Nickel Spark Plug: Conventional Tip Design, BPR5ES-11 (Part No.7634)
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NGK Standard spark plugs (in the iconic NGK ‘yellow box’ packaging) are a proven OE cornerstone and technology customers have relied on for decades. Engineered specifically for OE applications, NGK Standard spark plugs provide OE quality nickel alloy reliable performance and design. NGK’s legendary high grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance, while triple gasket sealing prevents combustion gas leakage. Solid 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges. Trivalent metal plating ensures superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties.
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- ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction nickel alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
- RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE nickel alloy plugs, not recommended on vehicles with factory precious metal plugs
- NGK’s OE CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY: High grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance
- SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
- COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
- TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
- Triple Gasket Sealing: Prevents combustion gas leakage, ensuring efficient engine performance.
ACDelco – Conventional Spark Plug (Part No.R44XL)
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ACDelco Professional Conventional Spark Plugs are designed for reliability and efficient performance, and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. Their high-quality copper cores and outstanding suppression characteristics deliver reliable performance. They are also available for Marine applications. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function.
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- Black Onyx coating helps reduce corrosion
- Copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
- Ribbed suppressor seal extends resistance and helps prevent spark ‘flash over’ and misfires
- Nickel-chrome alloy sheathing helps prevent corrosion on center electrode
- Available for use in Marine applications
- Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
- Premium aftermarket replacement part
- Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
NGK – Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, BPR5EIX-11 (Part No.2115)
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NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are specifically designed for the performance enthusiast. Iridium IX provides outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability. NGK Iridium IX plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional anti-fouling. Tapered cut ground electrode provides improved starting, idling and throttle response. The Iridium fine wire center electrode’s durability is six times harder than platinum. Iridium alloy’s extremely high melting point is perfect for today’s engines. For even greater performance consider upgrading to an NGK Ruthenium HX plug.
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- SINGLE IRIDIUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter iridium tip center electrode ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark
- IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
- TAPERED CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduced quenching design produces outstanding ignitability, improved acceleration, fuel efficiency and durability
- SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
- TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
- RECOMMENDED USAGE: Modified or high performance applications, or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
NGK – OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, BPR5EY-11 (Part No.6937)
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NGK V-Power spark plugs offer reliable performance and improved ignitability over standard nickel plugs. Engineered specifically for OE applications, the special V-cut nickel alloy center electrode and concave ground electrode of NGK’s V-Power spark plug increases ignitability providing quicker starts and smoother idle. NGK’s legendary high grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance. Trivalent metal plating ensures superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties.
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- ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction nickel alloy center electrode with V-groove provides consistent performance
- RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE nickel alloy plugs, not recommended on vehicles with factory precious metal plugs
- NGK’s OE CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY: High grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance
- SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
- COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
- TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
- Enhanced Ignitability: The V-cut nickel alloy center electrode and concave ground electrode design of NGK V-Power spark plugs provide quicker starts and smoother idle.
- OE Application Specific: Engineered specifically for Original Equipment (OE) applications, ensuring compatibility and reliable performance.
- V-Groove Tip Design: The unique V-groove tip design of the center electrode enhances ignitability and overall engine performance.
Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RN11YC4 (Part No.322)
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Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RN11YC4. This Champion® spark plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control for good overall wear. The Copper Plus design ensures dependable performance and durability, while the copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range, extending the spark plug’s life. Built to ISO and SAE standards, it offers superior corrosion resistance and proven performance. The nickel copper alloy center electrode tip and flat seat type further enhance its reliability, making it an excellent choice for maintaining your engine’s efficiency.
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- Copper Plus – Dependable Performance and Durability
- Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
- Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
- Enhanced Conductivity and Heat Control: The Champion Copper Plus Spark Plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control, ensuring good overall wear and extending the spark plug’s life.
- High-Quality Materials: Featuring a nickel copper alloy center electrode tip and a flat seat type, this spark plug is designed for enhanced reliability and optimal engine performance.
DENSO – Iridium TT Spark Plug: Ultimate Endurance and Power, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, last 100K+ Miles, IW20TT (Part No.4709)
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Durability of an OE style plug combined with Power & Torque of high performance.
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- 0.4mm Iridium Center Electrode: World’s Smallest Diameter that maximizes firing potential
- 0.7mm Needle Tip Ground Electrode: Promotes higher spark energy and less heat quenching
- DENSO Patented Optimized Iridium-Rhodium Alloy Formula: Highest concentration of Iridium vs. competitors for greater durability
- DENSO Patented 360 degree laser welding process: Ensuring exceptional quality bond and structural strength with the Iridium Center Electrode
- Durability of an OE style plug combined with Power & Torque of high performance.
- Withstands temperatures greater than 4000¦ Fahrenheit
- Iridium TT
ACDelco – Double Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.41-828)
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ACDelco Gold (Professional) Double Platinum Spark Plug are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.
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- One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
- Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
- Pure copper core results in cooler electrode temperature for maximized durability and fouling resistance
- Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
- Premium aftermarket replacement part
- Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.404)
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Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Guaranteed to deliver quick starts, good fuel economy and smooth acceleration, Autolite Copper Core spark plugs are designed to meet or exceed OES design requirements. Consider upgrading to Autolite Platinum, Double Platinum or Iridium XP plugs for improved engine performance. Copper core plugs are the industry standard.
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- Copper-glass seal bonds insulator, terminal post center electrode together; assures full required voltage at spark gap; gas-tight seal (100% leak proof)
- Multi-rib insulator reduces danger of “flash-over”
- One-piece terminal post adds strength
- Resistor reduces radio frequency interference (RFI) and electrode erosion
- Quick Starts: Autolite Copper Core spark plugs are engineered to ensure your engine starts quickly and reliably every time.
- Good Fuel Economy: Designed to optimize fuel efficiency, these spark plugs help you get the most out of every gallon of gas.
- Smooth Acceleration: Experience smoother and more consistent acceleration with Autolite Copper Core spark plugs.
- OES Design Compliance: These spark plugs meet or exceed Original Equipment Service (OES) design requirements, ensuring high-quality performance.
- Industry Standard: Autolite Copper Core spark plugs are recognized as the industry standard, backed by over 100 years of engineering expertise and over 11 billion plugs sold.
NGK – OE Series Laser Platinum Spark Plug: Fine Wire Tip Design, BPR5EP-11 (Part No.3971)
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NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life compared to conventional nickel spark plugs. Laser Platinum plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Engineered specifically for OE applications. Laser platinum plugs provide stable idling, superior anti-fouling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. High-grade pure alumina ceramic and 98% pure copper core prevents spark plug from overheating and provides reliable starts. Most Laser Platinum spark plugs feature a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear in distributorless ignition systems.
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- ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction fine wire platinum alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
- PLATINUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Longer wearing and higher temperature resistance compared to traditional nickel spark plugs
- PLATINUM TIP GROUND ELECTRODE: Unless OE specified, platinum protection at the ground electrode provides excellent ignitability and service life
- SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
- TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
- RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE fine wire platinum alloy plugs
DENSO – Iridium Power Spark Plug: Maximum Spark Energy, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, IW20 (Part No.5306)
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Increased performance with World’s smallest Iridium Center Eletrode (0.4mm).
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- World’s smallest Iridium Center Electrode (0.4mm) for improved spark for maximum combustion
- Patented 360-degree laser welding assembly process
- U-groove and taper cut ground electrode to maximize flame propagation.
- Withstands temperatures greater than 4000┬░ Fahrenheit
- Burnished nickel plating for high temperature endurance and superior corrosion resistance
- Wide range of part numbers for thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars
- Iridium Power
- Superior Performance: Patented technology allows the Iridium Power plug to outperform any other spark plug, delivering more horsepower and better fuel efficiency.
- Low Voltage Requirement: Requires 5,000 volts less to fire compared to conventional spark plugs, making it highly efficient and reliable under extreme conditions.
- Enhanced Engine Starts: Provides faster and easier starts, reducing the likelihood of misfires even under heavy loads.
- Durable Iridium Material: Constructed with a durable iridium center electrode tip and a flat seat type, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
Champion – Iridium Spark Plug: Maximum Performance, OE Replacement, RN10WYPB5 (Part No.9007)
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Champion Iridium – the ultimate element. This spark plug’s fine-wire iridium center and platinum ground electrodes provide the sharpest spark focus for maximum performance.
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- Champion Iridium – Maximum Performance. Premium Spark Plug
- Iridium center electrode delivers maximum life
- Fine-wire center electrode and V-trimmed for greater ignitability
- V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
- Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
- Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature quickly
NGK – Standard Spark Plug (Part No.F100037087NGK)
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The NGK Standard copper core spark plug provides OEM quality, consistent performance and extended long life.
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- Trivalent Metal Plating Provides Superior Anti-Corrosion and Anti-Seizing Properties
- Corrugated Ribs Prevent Flashover
- Pure Alumina Silicate Ceramic Insulator, Provides Superior Strength and Better Heat Transfer
- Copper Core Aids in Heat Removal
- Triple Seals Prevent Leakage
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OE Series Standard Nickel Spark Plug: Conventional Tip Design, BPR5ES-11
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Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RN11YC4
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