The Autolite plugs are a "Black Oxide" coated plug. No way would I use
these in the VW aluminum head. Make sure to change them often so they do
not seize. The W7CCO is a "Long Life" silver plated plug. I have been
using the Platinum +4 ,(4477) with much success. It is really a direct
replacement for the W7D, (deeper reach) but it is actually somewhere
between the C and D when placed side by side. This plugs does help
eliminate some of that at idle miss and they do not erode.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
Of Daniel L. Katz
Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2006 5:36 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Spark plug recommendation?

jay:

i've had good service in our '84 with autolite 403 oem style plugs, with
a .035" gap, corresponding to boch part # w7 co. on an oil burning
engine,
a hotter plug, 404 or 405, might be helpful. whatever plug you choose
for
your '87, double check the part number with your parts person to make
sure
it corresponds to the correct bosch plug.

dan
On Tue, 24 Jan 2006 22:08:47 -0600, J Roth <rbluewesty@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

>Before I head off to FLAPS for new spark plugs - and get a 17year old
>looking at a computer trying to sell me something that's wrong for our
>wbxer - any suggestions for spark plugs?
>
>Of course, in southwest MO, the recommended Bosch plug # W7CC0 is not
in
>stock (at least online inventory says flaps don't have them). If the
>wisdom of the list says stick with 'em I'll just order from our
friendly
>online vendors.
>
>In "v"anagon "w"esty love, light & laughter,
>Jay
>'87 Westy (Missouri)
>339K miles
>
>
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