Spark Plug Changing

Scott 02 · 03-11-2003, 05:48 PM

Anyone have experience with changing the spark plugs and spark plug wires on 97+ Grand Prix? I heard in order to get to the back spark plugs you must loosen the motor mount bolts and let the motor roll forward.

tman · 04-11-2003, 11:12 PM

No, its just a little tight to reach the back 3 plugs, but it can be done.

Scott 02 · 04-13-2003, 06:22 AM

Thanks, Im thinking of changing the plugs and wires this summer.

tman · 04-13-2003, 11:21 AM

I certanily hope your using AC Delco parts.

Scott 02 · 04-14-2003, 01:51 PM

Why? Will I be looking into changing alot of other things if I use an off brand like Accel.......

tman · 04-14-2003, 07:31 PM

I was raised with GM, and AC Delco, and I am very skeptical of any non-delco parts. Myself, I would stick to Delco, but its your car, and Accel must be a decent company, so I say go for it if you like, I'm just very, very, biased, I guess.

Blue02R6 · 05-16-2003, 12:30 AM

Just don't get those Boush? plugs. They don't play well in American ignitions. Champion, AC Delco, I've never used Accel though... could be alright.

'00 GTP · 05-20-2003, 01:08 PM

A Mechanic friend of mine looked at my GTP, and told me that I needed the plugs and wires changed. and he specifically told me to use AC Delco parts on the Grand Prix. He said that Poniacs handel AC Delco parts alot better than other parts.

'00 GTP

gtp 2000 · 05-20-2003, 05:36 PM

the plugs are had to get at and yes you must loosen the motor mounts.
it is a big pain, better to leave it to a mechanic

mike

Flatrater · 05-20-2003, 09:56 PM

I have changed many plugs and wires on these cars yes you can do it no problem, and yes it is alittle easier if you move the engine forward. As for Delco plugs and wires all I got to say is that the computers were designed with these plugs and wires and the engine runs better using what GM called out for. You can put in what you like but its at your own risk!

AgentOrange98gp · 06-01-2003, 08:04 PM

I used Delco Plugs (41-932) with MSD wires. Worked wonders for me.

Scott 02 · 06-03-2003, 03:11 PM

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I used Delco Plugs (41-932) with MSD wires. Worked wonders for me.

What is the name of that parts store you got the wires from?

tman · 06-03-2003, 03:17 PM

Check MSD's Website, i assume that its http://www.msd.com look for a dealer locater, im guessing advance or autozone.

Edit1- thats not MSD's Website, hold up, ill find it

Edit2- http://www.msdignition.com

Edit3- when the page loads, a the top, find automotive dealers, click it, then click which state you live in, and there are your dealers.

Scott 02 · 06-03-2003, 04:38 PM

thanks tman2093.

tman · 06-03-2003, 05:18 PM

No problem, just doing what I can, besides, the Buick forums are all but dead.

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