Author Topic: Spark Plug Question (Read 4161 times)

JSimmons · « **on:** November 17, 2003, 06:48:14 PM »

Aloha,

In another thread on engine storage, I asked for some suggestions as to what I should do. Someone recommended spark plug desiccants from Eastwood Co. So, which ones should I buy for the VW head? 14mm or 18mm?

Here's the link: Eastwood Engine Desiccants

I should know this...

aloha,
Joel

James Buchan · « **Reply #1 on:** November 17, 2003, 06:57:53 PM »

Mine are 12mm - CB 044's

AlanU · « **Reply #2 on:** November 18, 2003, 10:47:46 AM »

I thought I've seen it all!! I'd pull the plugs and spray wd40 in the cylinders so that it'll have a light coating of oil to prevent rust.

some people will even get the oil can and squirt in there but at least with wd40 you can cover a larger surface area within.

Dessicant is an interesting idea but once in gets saturated with moisture it wont be able to absorb any more. If you buy a can of wd40 it'll cost you $3.00?? vs. $32. While your at it remove the rocker shafts so you dont keep the valve springs compressed over a long period of time.

14mm for the older CB heads, stock and many other aftermarket head but lately the newer cb heads use the motorcycle 12mmm plugs.

JSimmons · « **Reply #3 on:** November 18, 2003, 05:22:18 PM »

Aloha,

Hmmm...I like WD40 at $3/can. Thanks for the info on the plugs. Mine are welded German heads.

~Joel