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Title: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 19:48:28
As title, Was thinking about getting Bosch or something. Nothing wrong with the ones in the car at the moment but I don't exactly know when they where last done.. Any suggestions (preferably somewhere online).
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 19:51:14
Something like these maybe.


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-OMEGA-2-0-2-2-BOSCH-SUPER-4-SPARK-PLUGS-X4-/230914083081?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item35c38d4909
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Andy B on 25 February 2013, 19:51:44
..... Any suggestions (preferably somewhere online).

Vauxhall on Trade Club (sorry it's not on-line  ;))
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: RobG on 25 February 2013, 19:54:06
BERU plugs are as good. I use these (cheaper than TC & free delivery)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spark-Plug-VAUXHALL-OMEGA-94-04-Beru-/280722748174?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall&hash=item415c61330e
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 19:57:46
..... Any suggestions (preferably somewhere online).

Vauxhall on Trade Club (sorry it's not on-line  ;) )
Don't have TC.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 19:59:30
BERU plugs are as good. I use these (cheaper than TC & free delivery)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spark-Plug-VAUXHALL-OMEGA-94-04-Beru-/280722748174?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall&hash=item415c61330e (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spark-Plug-VAUXHALL-OMEGA-94-04-Beru-/280722748174?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall&hash=item415c61330e)
Can't say I've heard of BERU  :-[  Cheap though  :y
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 20:00:30
Just out of curiosity has anyone Tried Bosch super 4 plugs ?
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: RobG on 25 February 2013, 20:02:44
Just out of curiosity has anyone Tried Bosch super 4 plugs ?
Not necessary, no gains to be made apart from alleged longer interval between renewal/change
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: RobG on 25 February 2013, 20:04:09
BERU plugs are as good. I use these (cheaper than TC & free delivery)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spark-Plug-VAUXHALL-OMEGA-94-04-Beru-/280722748174?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall&hash=item415c61330e (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spark-Plug-VAUXHALL-OMEGA-94-04-Beru-/280722748174?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall&hash=item415c61330e)
Can't say I've heard of BERU  :-[  Cheap though  :y
http://www.beru.com/
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 20:09:55
Just out of curiosity has anyone Tried Bosch super 4 plugs ?
Not necessary, no gains to be made apart from alleged longer interval between renewal/change
Not much more then BERU
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/OPEL-Omega-2-2-i-09-99-09-03-B-BOSCH-SUPER-4-SPARK-PLUG-FR91X-/151002565564?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2328744bbc
Might give these a go if their compatible for the 2.2
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: TheBoy on 25 February 2013, 21:27:28
Forget the marketing hype. 4 electrode plugs are a waste of time. They'll come loose long before their service interval, so not worth paying the extra, and suffering the downsides (cost, shielded spark).

I exclusively use GM twins, though both cars are LPG, so need strong spark. Tend to change them at 20k, rather than the stated 40k.

I get them from a dealer, as I'm getting sick of fake crap on egay now.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 21:44:42
Haven't had any Champion pugs for years
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: TheBoy on 25 February 2013, 21:50:46
Where is that brick wall. I need a headache.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 21:53:19
Where is that brick wall. I need a headache.
Should be one around your house  ;D
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: dbug on 25 February 2013, 22:21:17
Haven't had any Champion pugs for years
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1

Not suprised at those prices.

Why ask for advice when you just ignore it?  I agree with TB - GM twins more than adequate and cheap on TC - get yourself a TC mate, you'll save a fortune ;)

No doubt that advice will be ignored too ::) ::)
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Steve B on 25 February 2013, 22:22:40
Forget the marketing hype. 4 electrode plugs are a waste of time. They'll come loose long before their service interval, so not worth paying the extra, and suffering the downsides (cost, shielded spark).

I exclusively use GM twins, though both cars are LPG, so need strong spark. Tend to change them at 20k, rather than the stated 40k.

I get them from a dealer, as I'm getting sick of fake crap on egay now.
i put them in TB about 4k ago...do they really work loose....is it best to use vx ones.  :y
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Steve B on 25 February 2013, 22:24:07
about 50 secs dbug ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 22:32:48
Haven't had any Champion pugs for years
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1 (http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1)

Not suprised at those prices.

Why ask for advice when you just ignore it?  I agree with TB - GM twins more than adequate and cheap on TC - get yourself a TC mate, you'll save a fortune ;)

No doubt that advice will be ignored too ::) ::)
I am thinking about it.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: dbug on 25 February 2013, 22:34:18
Haven't had any Champion pugs for years
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1 (http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_209223_langId_-1_categoryId_165736#tab1)

Not suprised at those prices.

Why ask for advice when you just ignore it?  I agree with TB - GM twins more than adequate and cheap on TC - get yourself a TC mate, you'll save a fortune ;)

No doubt that advice will be ignored too ::) ::)
I am thinking about it.

 ::) ::) ::) ::) :)
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Kevin Wood on 25 February 2013, 22:45:36
If you don't have TC order some at TC prices from AndyC in the recommended suppliers section. Absolutely pointless buying anything other than GM standard plugs for any Omega engine, even if on LPG. :y
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: biggriffin on 25 February 2013, 22:48:10
Had to many bad experience with GM plugs only use Ngk or Bosch now.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: dbug on 25 February 2013, 22:49:11
Had to many bad experience with GM plugs only use Ngk or Bosch now.

GM plugs made by Bosch ;)
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: biggriffin on 25 February 2013, 22:56:00
Might be but havnt used gm plugs since i got a .isfire on a carlton,and twice on omegas was traced every time to faulty gm plugs hence.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 22:56:54
If you don't have TC order some at TC prices from AndyC in the recommended suppliers section. Absolutely pointless buying anything other than GM standard plugs for any Omega engine, even if on LPG. :y
Thanks, Will keep that in mind  :y
I have downloaded and printed the The AutobahnStormers information pack and will contact my 2 closest VX Dealers to make sure they accept them here...If not will consider asking AndyC fot TC price parts  :) .... How much would we be looking at for x4 from VX at TC prices ?
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 25 February 2013, 22:58:44
Had to many bad experience with GM plugs only use Ngk or Bosch now.
As dbug said i thought they where Bosch with Vauxhall badge on them  ???
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: dbug on 25 February 2013, 23:01:14
On TC expect to pay about £2.30 + VAT each
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Kevin Wood on 25 February 2013, 23:02:19
Had to many bad experience with GM plugs only use Ngk or Bosch now.

GM plugs made by Bosch ;)

Yep, and to an OEM spec., not just generic "equivalent" parts.

If your engine is killing them, then something else is wrong (e.g. lean running).

Mine are in for 40k, on LPG, and come out looking fine.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: Selseybill on 26 February 2013, 14:05:50
I always buy GM plugs. Cheap as chips and work. A lot cheaper than Halfords and Bosch own brands
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 26 February 2013, 17:42:47
If you don't have TC order some at TC prices from AndyC in the recommended suppliers section. Absolutely pointless buying anything other than GM standard plugs for any Omega engine, even if on LPG. :y
Thanks, Will keep that in mind  :y
I have downloaded and printed the The AutobahnStormers information pack and will contact my 2 closest VX Dealers to make sure they accept them here...If not will consider asking AndyC fot TC price parts  :) .... How much would we be looking at for x4 from VX at TC prices ?
Well i've called both of my closest VX dealers and the dont accept TC cards they didn't even know what i was on about and had to call me back. Usless  :(
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: ffcgary1 on 26 February 2013, 18:38:45
Contact Andyc, only use GM plugs, other makes promise the world, but deliver very little.
Marketing hype as jamie pointed out.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: tunnie on 27 February 2013, 15:39:16
If you don't have TC order some at TC prices from AndyC in the recommended suppliers section. Absolutely pointless buying anything other than GM standard plugs for any Omega engine, even if on LPG. :y
Thanks, Will keep that in mind  :y
I have downloaded and printed the The AutobahnStormers information pack and will contact my 2 closest VX Dealers to make sure they accept them here...If not will consider asking AndyC fot TC price parts  :) .... How much would we be looking at for x4 from VX at TC prices ?
Well i've called both of my closest VX dealers and the dont accept TC cards they didn't even know what i was on about and had to call me back. Usless  :(

As already suggested, AndyC  ;)
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 27 February 2013, 16:04:32
If you don't have TC order some at TC prices from AndyC in the recommended suppliers section. Absolutely pointless buying anything other than GM standard plugs for any Omega engine, even if on LPG. :y
Thanks, Will keep that in mind  :y
I have downloaded and printed the The AutobahnStormers information pack and will contact my 2 closest VX Dealers to make sure they accept them here...If not will consider asking AndyC fot TC price parts  :) .... How much would we be looking at for x4 from VX at TC prices ?
Well i've called both of my closest VX dealers and the dont accept TC cards they didn't even know what i was on about and had to call me back. Usless  :(

As already suggested, AndyC  ;)
will do  :y, But is this a comman problem around the country that most VX dealers don't accept TC  :-\ was going to sign up but not much point now.
Title: Re: What's the best Spark plugs for 2.2 petrol.
Post by: dbug on 27 February 2013, 21:03:56
Guess it depends where you are - most accept TC round here.