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    plug gap

    nkg 5887 Optimax ser no. ot862351

    Just to be sure. these gap at .032 ?
    I think i found the answer in the facts thread. but
    Its recommended to use a wire type gauge .. where would I find one that has .032-.033 sizes?
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    Revisiting this because I finally found a wire gauge that has .032 and .033 . Ordered some new plugs too
    Questions.
    Should I gap my plugs at .033 or .032. is this over thinking?
    ok three questions lol.
    Im still trying to figure out why yall always recommend the wire? All my life a regular feeler was good enough.
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    These are Iridium tipped plugs, wire guage only or very high probability you will damage the tips. Gap spec is .032" - .033", I set mine to .032" so there's a wee bit extra for tip wear.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SilverFox579 View Post
    These are Iridium tipped plugs, wire guage only or very high probability you will damage the tips. Gap spec is .032" - .033", I set mine to .032" so there's a wee bit extra for tip wear.
    Thanks Phil . I put the current set-in last year using a regular feeler being very careful. I have run it a fair amount since so I figured it was time for some preventive maintenance.
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