Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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5timesturbo
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Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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I want to get an idea of the best and most affordable cold plugs to put in my car. Please help me get this figured out. Thank you.
marc79euro645
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Re: Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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I'm using ngk coppers BP7ES
gap @ 0.028"
5timesturbo
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Re: Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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Ok. If there are no other suggestions…. I’ll go with those…lol
iamcreepingdeath
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Re: Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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What are "cold plugs"? And is this forced induction specific?
Aldo525
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Re: Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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What could be the advantage for the engine/performance the use of cold spark plugs???
turbodan
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Re: Best “cold plugs” for a m30

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The idea is to reduce the likelihood of the plug becoming a hot spot and causing detonation. I don't know how probable this actually is, I think most guys do so as a preventative measure. You can run whatever heat range you want as long as they don't foul up.
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