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what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

most say avoid the botch 4. Some say the autolite platnuim is only platnuim on tip. Some say stay with motorcraft platnuim. So what does everyone think?
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Re: what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

I got motorcraft's with a .052-.056 gap, gettin round 30mpg and enough power to satisfy my needs for the time being.
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Re: Re: what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

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I got motorcraft's with a .052-.056 gap, gettin round 30mpg and enough power to satisfy my needs for the time being.
which motorcraft? factory replacement or platnuim?
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Re: what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

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how do u remove the plugs? I cant get to them with my spark plug removers
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Re: what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

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how do u remove the plugs? I cant get to them with my spark plug removers
You need a 5/8" deep socket with a swivel adapter and a 12" or 15" extension bar for your rachet.

Or at Harbor Feight tools, I bought a dedicated spark plug wrench just like described above for $6.
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Re: what is best plug/gap for 1999 2.0 s

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most say avoid the botch 4. Some say the autolite platnuim is only platnuim on tip. Some say stay with motorcraft platnuim. So what does everyone think?
isnt that a broad range for the gap? I think factory calls for .055?
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