1997 Ford Explorer Spark Plugs

Your 1997 Ford Explorer 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 44 Spark Plugs to choose from for your 1997 Ford Explorer, and our inventory prices range from as little as $2.99 up to $27.49.

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Spark Plugs for Your 1997 Ford Explorer

Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.104)

Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Motorcraft – Spark Plug (AGSF32FM) (Part No.SP-432)

Spark Plug (AGSF32FM)

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Motorcraft Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford Motor Company vehicles engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards to provide original equipment performance and reliability. Delivering performance, reliability and confidence, Motorcraft spa

Product Features:
  • 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.
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NGK – Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, TR55IX (Part No.7164)

Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, TR55IX

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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 c

Product Features:
  • 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
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Autolite – Double Platinum Spark Plug: Platinum Firing, Superior Durability, Longer Life (Part No.APP104)

Double Platinum Spark Plug: Platinum Firing, Superior Durability, Longer Life

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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite delivers exceptional quality. Designed and engineered in the USA, these spark plugs feature platinum-to-platinum firing, virtually eliminating gap erosion and reducing misfires. The OE design and full-platinum tips on both the center and side electrodes optimize engine performance for a longer life and improved fuel economy. The platinum ball welding process ensures a consistent point of contact for enhanced adhesion, while the tapered seat type further contributes to the plug’s superior durability.

Product Features:
  • Works to optimize engine performance for a longer life and improved fuel economy
  • OE design
  • Full-platinum tips; platinum on both the center and side electrodes to promote reduced gap wear
  • Platinum ball welding process provides a consistent point of contact for enhanced adhesion
  • Engineered in the USA: Developed with over 100 years of engineering expertise, ensuring high-quality and reliable performance.
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Motorcraft – Standard Spark Plug: Enhances Durability & Reduces Fuel Consumption (Part No.SP-413)

Standard Spark Plug: Enhances Durability & Reduces Fuel Consumption

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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. Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty, they are an exact fit for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles and are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion. The multi-rib insulator protects against misfire, and they offer service intervals of up to 100,000 miles. Designed with high-quality materials, Motorcraft Spark Plugs provide reliable performance for almost any application and help prevent false check engine lights. With copper center and ground electrode tips, these spark plugs ensure your vehicle runs as it did when it was first manufactured.

Product Features:
  • 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.
  • Reduces Fuel Consumption: Specifically matched to engines to optimize fuel efficiency, helping you save on fuel costs.
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Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.103)

Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Autolite – Double Platinum Spark Plug: Platinum Firing, Superior Durability, Longer Life (Part No.APP103)

Double Platinum Spark Plug: Platinum Firing, Superior Durability, Longer Life

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Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, Autolite Double Platinum spark plugs feature platinum-to-platinum firing which virtually eliminates gap erosion, reduces misfires and increases durability of the plug. Consider upgrading to Autolite Iridium XP spark plugs for increased performance.

Product Features:
  • Works to optimize engine performance for a longer life and improved fuel economy
  • OE design
  • Full-platinum tips; platinum on both the center and side electrodes to promote reduced gap wear
  • Platinum ball welding process provides a consistent point of contact for enhanced adhesion
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DENSO – U-Groove Spark Plug: OE Performance, lasts 30K+ Miles, T16EPR-U15 (Part No.5023)

U-Groove Spark Plug:  OE Performance, lasts 30K+ Miles, T16EPR-U15

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OE Performance, lasts 30K+ Miles, T16EPR-U15. The unique U-Groove ground electrode is one of the finest features of DENSO spark plugs, designed to fire leaner mixtures than conventional plugs for improved ignitability. Precision machine-rolled threads reduce seizing and cross-threading in delicate aluminum heads, ensuring a secure fit. With a wide range of part numbers, these spark plugs cater to thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars. Built to last twice as long as most conventional plugs, each unit is 100% pre-fired to assure reliable operation. The center electrode tip is made of durable nickel, and the seat type is tapered, making it a reliable choice for enhanced efficiency in emission gas purification and fuel consumption.

Product Features:
  • Patented U-groove ground electrode design fires leaner mixtures than conventional plugs
  • Precision machine-rolled threads reduce seizing and cross-threading in delicate aluminum heads
  • Wide range of part numbers for thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars
  • Lasts twice as long as most conventional plugs
  • 100% pre-fired to assure reliable operation
  • U-Groove Conventional
  • Durable Nickel Center Electrode Tip: Provides long-lasting performance and improved efficiency in emission gas purification and fuel consumption.
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Autolite – Racing Resistor Spark Plug: Enables Performance, Handles Intense Conditions (Part No.AR103)

Racing Resistor Spark Plug: Enables Performance, Handles Intense Conditions

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The ground electrode is cut-back from the center electrode to provide a gap, and its concave face ensures a constant gap to the center electrode. This design opens the spark face for better ignitability of the flame kernel and retains less heat, transferring it to the shell faster to reduce the risk of pre-ignition. Dyno testing has shown proven power gains, making it ideal for all aftermarket cylinder heads used in various racing venues, including oval and road racing. The cut-back ground electrode is an evolution from the practice of grinding back the side electrode, and it features a tapered seat type for optimal performance.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Optimal Performance: Features a tapered seat type for optimal performance in various racing venues, including oval and road racing.
  • Durable Design: Specifically designed to handle intense conditions, making it suitable for all aftermarket cylinder heads used in racing.
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ACDelco – Double Platinum Spark Plug (Part No.41-810)

Double Platinum Spark Plug

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RS9YC (Part No.304)

Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RS9YC

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The Champion Spark Plug Copper Plus Spark Plug RS9YC is a reliable and high-performing OE replacement spark plug. It features a copper core center electrode that provides accurate control of heat range, ensuring optimal performance and fuel efficiency. The spark plug is built to ISO and SAE standards, ensuring proven performance and durability. The center electrode tip material is made of nickel, while the resistor type is designed to reduce electromagnetic interference. The tapered seat type ensures a secure fit and easy installation. Overall, the Champion Spark Plug Copper Plus Spark Plug RS9YC is a dependable choice for those seeking a high-quality spark plug replacement that delivers consistent performance and fuel efficiency.Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer lifeBuilt to ISO and SAE standards for proven performanceBuilt to ISO and SAE standards for proven performanceDependable Performance: The Copper Plus Spark Plug is designed to provide reliable and consistent performance, ensuring that your vehicle runs smoothly and efficiently.OE Replacement: This spark plug is an exact replacement for the original equipment (OE) part, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.Nickel Center Electrode Tip Material: The center electrode tip of this spark plug is made from nickel, which provides superior conductivity and durability compared to other materials.Tapered Seat Type with Resistor: The tapered seat type of this spark plug ensures a secure fit in the engine block, while the built-in resistor helps reduce electromagnetic interference for improved performance.
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Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Tapered Seat (Part No.42008)

Spark Plug Non-Foulers - 14mm Tapered Seat

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Champion – Iridium Spark Plug: Maximum Performance, OE Replacement, RS14WYPB5 (Part No.9404)

Iridium Spark Plug: Maximum Performance, OE Replacement, RS14WYPB5

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Autolite – Flat Pack Spark Plug – Ensures Quick Starts and Smooth Acceleration (Part No.764)

Flat Pack Spark Plug - Ensures Quick Starts and Smooth Acceleration

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Guaranteed Quick Starts: Autolite Copper Core spark plugs are engineered to ensure quick and reliable engine starts.
  • Smooth Acceleration: Designed to provide smooth acceleration, enhancing your driving experience.
  • Good Fuel Economy: These spark plugs help in maintaining good fuel economy, making your vehicle more efficient.
  • Tapered Seat Type: Features a tapered seat type for optimal fit and performance.
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NGK – OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, TR55 (Part No.3951)

OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, TR55

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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 TR55 model enhances ignitability and overall engine performance.
  • Lower Emissions: The NGK Laser Platinum Spark Plug contributes to lower emissions, supporting a cleaner and more environmentally friendly driving experience.
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NGK – G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, TR55GP (Part No.3403)

G-Power Spark Plug: Single Platinum Tip Design, TR55GP

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Improved Fuel Efficiency: Designed to offer better fuel efficiency, the NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs help you save on fuel costs.
  • Lower Emissions: These spark plugs contribute to lower emissions, making them an environmentally friendly choice.
  • Faster Starts and Quicker Acceleration: Experience faster starts and quicker acceleration with the advanced design of the NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs.
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Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP104)

Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration

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Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, Autolite Platinum spark plugs provide a center wire platinum firing tip which provides reduced gap erosion, fewer misfires, better performance and increased durability. Consider upgrading to Autolite Double Platinum or Iridium XP spark plugs for increased performance.

Product Features:
  • 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)
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Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP103)

Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration

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With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite delivers unmatched reliability. 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, providing easier starts, quicker acceleration, and improved fuel economy compared to standard plugs. The tapered seat type further enhances performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • 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 longer-lasting spark plug.
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DENSO – Iridium TT Spark Plug: Ultimate Endurance and Power, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, last 100K+ Miles, IT16TT (Part No.4713)

Iridium TT Spark Plug: Ultimate Endurance and Power, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, last 100K+ Miles, IT16TT

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Durability of an OE style plug combined with Power & Torque of high performance.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Advanced Twin-Tip Technology: Combines a Fine Wire Iridium Center Electrode with a Needle Tip Platinum Ground Electrode for superior ignition and efficiency.
  • Enhanced Fuel Economy and Lower Emissions: Designed to provide better fuel economy and reduced emissions, allowing you to drive around the Earth over 4 times.
  • Original Equipment Specification: Developed from the Super Ignition Plug (SIP) design, ensuring reliable and consistent performance.
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ACDelco – Copper Core Spark Plug: Original Equipment Replacement (Part No.R42LTS)

Copper Core Spark Plug: Original Equipment Replacement

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ACDelco GM Original Equipment Conventional Spark Plugs are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. These 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. ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
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DENSO – Iridium Power Spark Plug: Maximum Spark Energy, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, IT16 (Part No.5325)

Iridium Power Spark Plug: Maximum Spark Energy, 0.4mm Iridium Tip, IT16

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Increased performance with World’s smallest Iridium Center Eletrode (0.4mm).

Product Features:
  • 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
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Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RS14YC6 (Part No.13)

Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RS14YC6

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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 tapered seat type further enhance its reliability, making it a top choice for maintaining your engine’s efficiency.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Nickel Center Electrode Tip: Equipped with a nickel center electrode tip, this spark plug offers superior durability and reliable performance, making it a dependable choice for maintaining engine efficiency.
  • Tapered Seat Type: The tapered seat type design of the Champion Copper Plus Spark Plug ensures a secure fit and optimal performance, contributing to the overall reliability of your engine.
  • OE Replacement: Designed as an OE replacement, the Champion Copper Plus Spark Plug guarantees dependable performance and durability, making it an ideal choice for maintaining your vehicle’s engine.
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DENSO – Double Platinum Spark Plug: OE Performance, lasts 60K+ Miles, PT16EPR-L13 (Part No.5070)

Double Platinum Spark Plug:  OE Performance, lasts 60K+ Miles, PT16EPR-L13

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Manufactured to the strictest OE performance, durability and emissions standards.

Product Features:
  • OE grade platinum on both center and ground electrods
  • 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
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Champion – Platinum Power Spark Plug: Powerful Perfromance, OE Replacement, RS14PYC6 (Part No.3013)

Platinum Power Spark Plug: Powerful Perfromance, OE Replacement, RS14PYC6

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Champion® Platinum Power spark plugs deliver powerful performance with their premium design. Featuring a platinum center electrode for long life and a fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability, these spark plugs ensure optimal engine performance. The V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus, while the exclusive Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature. The platinum-tipped center wire resists wear and helps maintain the proper gap specification over the life of the plug, making it a reliable choice for your vehicle.

Product Features:
  • Platinum Power- Premium Spark Plug. Powerful Performance.
  • Platinum center electrode for long life
  • Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
  • V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
  • Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature
  • Platinum tipped center wire resists wear and helps to maintain proper gap spec over life of the plug
  • Platinum Center Electrode: Features a platinum center electrode for extended durability and long life.
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Champion – Double Platinum & Power Spark Plug Exceptional Perf OE Replacement RS14PYPB5 (Part No.7940)

Double Platinum & Power Spark Plug Exceptional Perf OE Replacement RS14PYPB5

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Champion® Double Platinum Power spark plugs deliver more powerful performance with their premium design. Featuring a platinum center and ground electrode, these spark plugs offer greater wear resistance and maintain a stable operating temperature under all engine loads. The fine-wire center electrode ensures greater ignitability, while the V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus. The exclusive Heat-Active alloy allows the electrodes to reach optimal temperature, ensuring maximum life and performance.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • OE Replacement: Designed as an original equipment replacement, ensuring compatibility and reliable performance for your vehicle.
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DENSO – PT16TT Platinum TT Spark Plug (Part No.4511)

PT16TT Platinum TT Spark Plug

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Twin-Tip design enables faster flame propagation for more complete combustion.
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E3 – DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas (Part No.E3.62)

DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas

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The Spark Plugs are the product of years of fundamental research in the combustion field. The unique patented electrode configuration of these new The spark plugs increases the amount of combustion pressure created during each power stroke of an engine, which results in a marked increase in power output, fuel economy, and reduced emissions in all gasoline engines. E3.62 is a 14mm, 0.708 reach plug with a taper seat. E3.62 is the same heat range as E3.54, but has a wider gap. It fits domestic applications, and is widely available in automotive retail stores. The automotive plugs have three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell. This allows for excellent heat transfer, and helps to create more turbulence in the cylinder. The patented Diamond FIRE side wire is proven to increase power, reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions in long-term use.

Product Features:
  • E3’s Diamond Fire edge to edge ground electrode provides maximum performance with increased efficiency and a faster more complete burn
  • Smoother Acceleration & Idle – The faster flame initiated by the The spark plug results in a more complete burn of the ingested fuel charge. More pressure is created against the piston more fuel is put to work
  • Energy – Power output improved up to 6% on average in the typical operating ranges. Results will vary.
  • Efficiency – The “diamond shaped” side wire electrode projects the combustion spark in a way that more quickly ignites the air/fuel mixture, thereby creating a significantly faster and larger flame kernel. The result is that more fuel is put to work durin
  • E3’s patented Diamond Fire Technology provides a cleaner burning combustion, which translates into fuel savings and reduced engine carbon deposits
  • The Spark Plugs are pre-gapped at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
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E3 – DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas (Part No.E3.53)

DiamondFIRE Automotive Spark Plug: More Power, Saves Gas

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The Spark Plugs are the product of years of fundamental research in the combustion field. The unique patented electrode configuration of these new The spark plugs increases the amount of combustion pressure created during each power stroke of an engine, which results in a marked increase in power output, fuel economy, and reduced emissions in all gasoline engines. E3.53 is a 14mm, .708 reach plug with a taper seat. It fits domestic applications, and is widely available in automotive retail stores. The automotive plugs have three legs securing the Diamond Fire electrode to the shell. This allows for excellent heat transfer, and helps to create more turbulence in the cylinder. The patented Diamond Fire side wire is proven to increase power, reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions in long-term use.

Product Features:
  • E3’s Diamond Fire edge to edge ground electrode provides maximum performance with increased efficiency and a faster more complete burn
  • Smoother Acceleration & Idle – The faster flame initiated by the The spark plug results in a more complete burn of the ingested fuel charge. More pressure is created against the piston more fuel is put to work
  • Energy – Power output improved up to 6% on average in the typical operating ranges. Results will vary.
  • Efficiency – The “diamond shaped” side wire electrode projects the combustion spark in a way that more quickly ignites the air/fuel mixture, thereby creating a significantly faster and larger flame kernel. The result is that more fuel is put to work durin
  • E3’s patented Diamond Fire Technology provides a cleaner burning combustion, which translates into fuel savings and reduced engine carbon deposits
  • The Spark Plugs are pre-gapped at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
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