1980 Mercury Cougar Spark Plugs
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Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.25)
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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and over 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite continues to innovate with its copper spark plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, these plugs feature a copper-glass seal that bonds the insulator, terminal post, and center electrode together, ensuring full required voltage at the spark gap with a 100% leak-proof, gas-tight seal. The multi-rib insulator reduces the risk of flash-over, while the one-piece terminal post adds strength and durability. Additionally, the built-in resistor minimizes radio frequency interference (RFI) and electrode erosion, making these spark plugs a reliable choice for enhancing your vehicle’s performance.
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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: The Autolite Copper Spark Plug ensures quick engine starts, enhancing your vehicle’s reliability and performance.
- Good Fuel Economy: Engineered to optimize fuel efficiency, these spark plugs help you save on fuel costs while maintaining excellent performance.
- Smooth Acceleration: Experience smoother acceleration with Autolite’s advanced copper spark plug design, providing a more responsive driving experience.
NGK – G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, UR4GP (Part No.2869)
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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
- Trapezoidal Cut Ground Electrode: Improves fuel efficiency, lowers emissions, and provides faster starts and quicker acceleration.
- Economical Upgrade: Ideal for vehicles originally equipped with nickel alloy spark plugs, offering a cost-effective performance boost.
- Enhanced Durability: Designed to last longer than traditional nickel spark plugs, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
DENSO – Iridium Long-Life Spark Plug: OE Performance, last 100K+ Miles, ZTJ16R10 (Part No.5090)
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Manufactured to the strictest OE performance, durability and emissions standards.
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- Latest OE technology with DENSO’s patented Iridium Alloy (90% Ir) and fine wire center electrode
- Platinum ground electrode for extended life
- DENSO Patented 360 degree laser welding process: Ensuring exceptional quality bond and structural strength with the Iridium Center Electrode
- Sustained spark performance over 100,000 miles
- Lasts up to three times as long as conventional plugs
- Endures extreme temperatures greater than 4,000 degrees F associated with high-performance ignition and special fuel systems
- Iridium Long Life
- Enhanced Engine Performance: Enjoy more horsepower, faster and easier starts, and fewer misfires under heavy loads, thanks to the advanced properties of DENSO’s Iridium alloy.
- Fuel Efficiency: Experience better conservation of fuel at all times, contributing to overall improved engine efficiency.
Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP5145)
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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite continues to lead the industry. Designed and engineered in the USA, these spark plugs feature a high nickel alloy side electrode that maintains a precise gap, and a full platinum tip that ensures virtually no gap erosion for extended life. The necked-down center electrode fires quicker and cleaner with less voltage, resulting in easier starts, quicker acceleration, and improved fuel economy compared to standard plugs. The tapered seat type further enhances performance and durability.
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- High nickel alloy side electrode maintains precise gap
- Full platinum tip assures virtually no gap erosion for long life
- Necked-down center electrode fires quicker, cleaner with less voltage for easier starts, quicker acceleration and improved fuel economy (as compared to standard plugs)
- Tapered Seat Type: Enhances performance and durability for a reliable driving experience.
Autolite – Racing Resistor Spark Plug: Enables Performance, Handles Intense Conditions (Part No.AR24)
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The ground electrode is cut-back from the center electrode to provide a gap. The face of the ground electrode is concave to provide a constant gap to the center electrode. This plug is designed use in all aftermarket cylinder heads used in different types of racing venues including oval and road racing.
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- Opens spark face for better ignitability of flame kernel
- Retains less heat, transfers heat to shell faster – reduces risk of pre-ignition
- Dyno testing has shown proven power gains
- Cut-back ground electrode evolved from practice of grinding back the side electrode
DENSO – Standard U-Groove Spark Plug (Part No.F100035541ND)
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Denso Spark Plug Denso’s standard plugs have always offered a patented U-groove ground electrode producing for a larger, hotter spark. Copper core for better thermal conductivity. Machine rolled threads to reduce cross-threading and seizing . The plug insulator is constructed of purified alumina powder for extreme stress with 5 ribs to prevent flashover.
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- U-Groove Ground Electrode Promotes Ignitability and Decreases Quenching
- Fully Projected Insulator Reduces Carbon Fouling
- Machine Rolled Threads Prevent Seizing or Cross Threading During Installation and Removal
- 100% Pre-Fired to Assure the Highest Quality Possible
- Purified Alumina Powder Insulator Provides Exceptional Strength and Thermal Conductivity
- Five Rib Insulator Prevents Flashover
- Copper-Glass Seal Bonds Center Electrode and Insulator for a Gas-Tight Seal
NGK – OE Series Laser Iridium Spark Plug: Fine Wire Tip Design, ITR5H13 (Part No.97287)
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NGK Laser Iridium spark plugs offer the best combination of performance and longevity. Engineered specifically for OE applications, Laser Iridium spark plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Iridium tipped center electrode provides durability six times harder than platinum. NGKs high grade pure alumina ceramic and 98 percent pure copper core prevents the spark plug from overheating while providing reliable starts. Most Laser Iridium 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 iridium alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
- IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
- 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 iridium alloy plugs
- Superior Durability: The iridium-tipped center electrode is six times harder than platinum, ensuring long-lasting performance.
- OE Application Specific: Engineered specifically for Original Equipment (OE) applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
- Even Wear: Features a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear, particularly beneficial in distributorless ignition systems.
- Fine Wire Tip Design: The fine wire tip design of the ITR5H13 model enhances ignition efficiency and performance.
Motorcraft – Double Platinum Spark Plug: Enhances Durability & Reduces Misfires (Part No.SP-459)
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Motorcraft Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford Motor Company vehicles, engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards for performance and reliability. These spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption, and optimize emissions. With a platinum center and ground electrode tip, they are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion, ensuring long-lasting performance. The multi-rib insulator protects against misfires, and they are designed to fit Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles exactly. Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty, these spark plugs offer service intervals of up to 100,000 miles and help prevent false check engine lights. Made with high-quality materials, Motorcraft Spark Plugs deliver reliable performance for almost any application, making them the same trusted components that were in your vehicle when it was manufactured.
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- Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
- Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
- Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
- Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
- Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
- Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
- Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
- Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
- Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.
- Enhanced Durability: Engineered with a platinum center and ground electrode tip, these spark plugs are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion, ensuring long-lasting performance.
- Fuel Efficiency and Emissions: Designed to reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions, contributing to a more efficient and environmentally friendly driving experience.
Champion – Double Platinum – Boxed – RS12PLP (Part No.7020)
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Champion Double Platinum Power spark plugs deliver more powerful performance. Featuring exclusive Heat-Active alloy, platinum fine wire center electrode and platinum pad ground electrode provide maximum life and sharper spark focus.
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- Double Platinum Power – Premium Spark Plug. More Powerful Performance.
- Platinum center and ground electrode for greater wear resistance
- Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
- Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
- V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
- Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature
Accel – 8.8Mm Spiral Universal Fit (Part No.8033)
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These ACCEL 8.8mm wires feature a carbon/graphite core that virtually eliminate RFI noise while providing maximum conductivity for ultimate performance in any race or street application. Double silicon insulation eliminates leakage and misfire.
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- 500 Ohms/ft Of Resistance
- 550 F Rated Silicone Jacket
- Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
- Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
- Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
- Magnetic Suppression
- Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
- 500 Ohms Resistance
MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Super Conductor; Multi-Angle Plug; HEI Cap (Part No.31189)
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For engines with late-model type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. Multi-angle boots and terminals installed on one end. 90 degree distributor boots and terminals included.
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- Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
- Distributor Cap – Boots and Terminals Included
- Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
- Size Includes [8] 90 Degree Boots/Terminal Ends
- Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
- Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Super Conductor; 8-cyl. Multi-Angle Plug; Socket/HEI (Part No.31199)
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Set includes terminals for engines with early type (socket) and late type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. 90 degree boots and terminals factory installed on one end.
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- Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
- Incl. both socket-style and spark plug-style boots and terminals
- Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
- Size Includes: [2]48/50/56 in./[3] 32 in. Wires/Boots/Terminals
- Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
- Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
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
Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Tapered Seat (Part No.42006)
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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
Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 18mm Tapered Seat (Part No.42002)
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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
Popular 1980 Mercury Cougar Spark Plugs Categories
1980 Mercury Cougar Spark Plugs
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1980 Mercury Cougar. Maybe you just need a couple of Spark Plugs. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 48 different Spark Plugs in our inventory ranging from $1.29 to $153.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1980 Mercury Cougar running smoothly.
Spark Plugs are only as good as their brand. We stock 10 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1980 Mercury Cougar. ACDelco, Autolite, and Motorcraft are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!
We know you’ll find the perfect Spark Plugs for your 1980 Mercury Cougar, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 1,002 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas with 4.1 stars and High-Performance Shorty Spark Plugs for Header Clearance with 4.9 stars.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Spark Plugs to keep your 1980 Mercury Cougar rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!
Spark Plugs Brands To Make Your 1980 Mercury Cougar Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1980 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Spark Plugs brands and parts.
Popular Champion Spark Plugs
We carry Champion parts in our stock across Spark Plugs categories, plus more. For a 1980 Mercury Cougar, our most popular Champion Spark Plugs include:
Top 1980 Mercury Cougar Spark Plugs from ACDelco
ACDelco products are another trusted brand when it comes to Spark Plugs for your 1980 Mercury Cougar. Popular ACDelco parts include:
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RAPIDFIRE Premium Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Reduces Misfires & Enhances Durability
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What are the most purchased Spark Plugs for the 1980 Mercury Cougar?
Out of 48 Spark Plugs for the 1980 Mercury Cougar, the most popular in our inventory are:
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Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration
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Top-rated Spark Plugs for your 1980 Mercury Cougar based on customer reviews/ratings are:
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DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas
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High-Performance Shorty Spark Plugs for Header Clearance
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