Multiple electrode spark plugs do not create multiple sparks. The extra
electrodes are there just in case the other ones fail. So in this case I
don't see the reason to pay extra for fancy spark plugs for our Vanagons
(content) when well maintained OEM plugs will do just the same. Think about
it: electrons will follow the shortest path of least resistance...so if one
electrode fowls or gaps itself too much the next one closest to the platinum
core tip will take over.

Ken Madsen
87GL - OEM plugs gapped to spec.

-----Original Message-----
From: Robert Lilley [mailto:Wolfvan88@AOL.COM]
Sent: Thursday, December 27, 2001 12:58 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Cut you sparkplugs

Bosch Quad tip plugs are like this, plus you get three additional electrodes
to prevent no spark.

Robert