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Old 01-26-2010, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by 427435
Although not in this engine, I've had plugs break off due to corrosion when I've tried to take them out. Not pretty.
Must have been a FORD
Old 01-26-2010, 06:32 PM
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Well now I have to consider changing the plugs on my 98 as well
Old 01-26-2010, 07:41 PM
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Original plug for 98 and 97 was Platinum AC Delco 41-931 gap .60..... in 99 GM switched to AC Delco 41-985 Iridiums gap .40 I think these newer plugs are superior that`s why the difference.
Change them, you won`t be sorry

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Old 01-26-2010, 08:49 PM
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I learned this from a trusted source when I did my plugs:

The Latest GM PCM programming is to OPTIMIZE the new
AC Delco 41-985 Iridium plug.

I seem to recall reading if you got the programming for the column lock recall you have the programming for the AC Delco plug optimization.(I could be mistaken on the column lock recall being the one......memory being what it is)

The new plug should not be gapped because there is a special electro plating on the electrode that if damaged by gapping, can lead to premature wear of the grounding electrode. If the Gap is not correct you need get another plug.

I got much better results with the AC Delco plugs than the plugs(POPULAR BRAND) that I had previously installed.

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