1978 Volkswagen Beetle Spark Plugs
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DENSO – Iridium TT Spark Plug: Ultimate Endurance and Power, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, IK20TT (Part No.4702)
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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
- Ultimate Endurance and Power: The DENSO Iridium TT Spark Plug features a 0.7mm Iridium Tip, ensuring over 100,000 miles of uncompromised performance.
- Advanced Twin-Tip Technology: Developed from Original Equipment Specification Super Ignition Plug (SIP) design, combining a Fine Wire Iridium Center Electrode with a Needle Tip Platinum Ground Electrode.
- Enhanced Fuel Economy and Lower Emissions: Drive around the Earth over 4 times with improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
- Premium Materials: Features an Iridium Center Electrode Tip and a Flat Seat Type for optimal performance and durability.
NGK – Laser Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.F100087183NGK)
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NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life. Dual platinum surfaces ensure slow wear rate providing stable idle, superior anti fouling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The platinum disc welded to backside of ground electrode provides long life, faster starts and quicker acceleration. Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life.
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- Laser welded Platinum center electrode tip
- Platinum disc welded to backside of ground electrode provides long life
- Trivalent Metal Plating provides superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties
- Faster starts and quicker acceleration
- Better fuel economy and lower emissions
- Best Platinum spark plug available
- Original Equipment Manufacturer approved design
NGK – Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, BKR6EIX (Part No.6418)
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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 – Laser Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.F1000375967NGK)
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NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life. Dual platinum surfaces ensure slow wear rate providing stable idle, superior anti fouling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The platinum disc welded to backside of ground electrode provides long life, faster starts and quicker acceleration. Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life.
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- Laser welded Platinum center electrode tip
- Platinum disc welded to backside of ground electrode provides long life
- Trivalent Metal Plating provides superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties
- Faster starts and quicker acceleration
- Better fuel economy and lower emissions
- Best Platinum spark plug available
- Original Equipment Manufacturer approved design
Bosch – Platinum+2 Spark Plug (Part No.F1000458519BOS)
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The Bosch Platinum+2 spark plug offers a revolutionary firing technology, which combines the advantages of platinum, multiple electrodes and surface air gap technology for optimum engine performance. Unlike conventional air gap spark plugs, the Platinum+2 uses surface air gap technology. The spark of a Platinum+2 first travels over the surface of the insulator nose and then arcs across the air gap to a ground electrode for a longer spark, without increasing the voltage requirement. Plus, the yttrium alloy ground electrodes help to reduce gap wear and oxidation, extending the service life of the spark plug. Center Electrode Core Material: Platinum – Center Electrode Tip Material: Platinum – Ground Electrode Tip Material: Nickel-Yttrium
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- OE-Equivalent and direct fit application.
- Revolutionary firing technology featuring multiple spark paths
- Two yttrium-enhanced ground electrodes.
- Electrode gap is factory set and never requires adjustment.
- Anti-seize and corrosion protection.
Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, KC8ZMCC (Part No.455)
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Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, KC8ZMCC
NGK – OE Series Laser Platinum Spark Plug: Fine Wire Tip Design, PFR6Q (Part No.6458)
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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
Champion – Copper Plus Small Engine Spark Plug Dependable Performance, OE Replacement RL86C (Part No.830)
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This Champion spark plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control for good overall wear. Built to ISO and SAE standards, it offers dependable performance and durability. The OE type replacement plug resists fouling and boasts superior corrosion resistance. Its nickel copper alloy center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range, ensuring a longer life. It has a resistor type and a flat seat type for optimal performance.
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- Copper Plus – Dependable Performance and Durability
- OE type replacement plug
- Resists fouling
- 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
- Enhanced Conductivity and Heat Control: The copper core electrode ensures increased conductivity and effective heat control, promoting good overall wear.
- Optimal Performance Design: Featuring a resistor type and flat seat type, this spark plug is designed for optimal performance in small engines.
NGK – OE Series Laser Platinum Spark Plug: Fine Wire Tip Design, PFR7S8EG (Part No.1675)
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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
- High Ignitability and Longer Service Life: NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs offer superior ignitability and extended service life compared to conventional nickel spark plugs.
- Engineered for OE Applications: Specifically designed for Original Equipment (OE) applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
- Stable Idling and Superior Anti-Fouling: These spark plugs provide stable idling and superior resistance to fouling, enhancing overall engine performance.
- Improved Fuel Efficiency and Lower Emissions: Engineered to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, contributing to a more environmentally friendly driving experience.
DENSO – Double Platinum Spark Plug: OE Performance, lasts 60K+ Miles, PK20GR8 (Part No.3326)
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Manufactured to the strictest OE performance, durability and emissions standards.
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- OE grade platinum on both center and ground electrodes
- Premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads
- Superior thermal conductivity
- Sustained spark performance over 60,000 miles
- Reduced secondary required voltage, increased ignition efficiency
- Satisfied customers, reduced shop comebacks
- Double Platinum
Bosch – OE Finewire Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.F1000404796BOS)
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2X longer service life compared to standard copper plugs Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs are the newest member of our OE fine wire spark plug family. From the brand trusted in the world’s most advanced engines, Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs are engineered to provide you with improved ignitability and performance.
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- OE design for optimum fit and function
- Fine wire design delivers improved ignitability and performance life
- Center electrode is an ultra fine wire design.
- Copper core provides broader heat range to resist pre-ignition
- Tapered shape ground electrode reduces flame shrouding for improved combustion
- Yttrium enhanced to resist wear
- Nickel-plated shell with rolled threads
- Ribbed insulator design
Champion – Iridium Spark Plug: Maximum Performance, OE Replacement, RC10WYPB4 (Part No.9001)
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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
ACDelco – RAPIDFIRE Spark Plug (Part No.19)
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ACDelco Gold (Professional) RAPIDFIRE Spark Plugs are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. These RAPIDFIRE Single Platinum Performance Spark Plugs are designed for everyday use and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. These premium aftermarket spark plugs have high-quality suppressors that help prevent misfiring, an improved plug to boot seal, and a pure copper core for greater durability. 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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- Solid state suppressor, with two-piece glass and brass seal, can help reduce radio frequency interference, regulates spark energy for long electrode life, and helps protect against high combustion pressures
- Pure copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
- Platinum on center electrode enables superior spark characteristics and can reduce voltage requirements of the ignition system
- Ribless insulator helps optimize plug to boot seal
- 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
Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RC9YC (Part No.344)
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Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RC9YC. 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 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.
- Nickel Center Electrode Tip: Equipped with a nickel center electrode tip and a flat seat type, this spark plug ensures consistent and reliable performance.
Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Gasket Seat Long Reach (Part No.42004)
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This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles.
- Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
- Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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1978 Volkswagen Beetle Spark Plugs
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. Maybe you just need a couple of Spark Plugs. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 8 different Spark Plugs in our inventory ranging from $2.99 to $11.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Volkswagen Beetle running smoothly.
Spark Plugs are only as good as their brand. We stock 6 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. NGK, Champion, and Autolite are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!
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Spark Plugs Brands To Make Your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Spark Plugs make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Beetle the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Spark Plugs brands and parts.
Popular Autolite Spark Plugs
We carry Autolite parts in our stock across Spark Plugs categories, plus more. For a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, our most popular Autolite Spark Plugs include:
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Top 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Spark Plugs from NGK
NGK products are another trusted brand when it comes to Spark Plugs for your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. Popular NGK parts include:
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What are the most purchased Spark Plugs for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle?
Out of 8 Spark Plugs for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, the most popular in our inventory are:
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Copper Plus Small Engine Spark Plug Dependable Performance, OE Replacement RL86C
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Copper Plus Small Engine Spark Plug Dependable Performance, OE Replacement L86C
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