Steve Johnson writes:
> 
> > The only thing that I see that I would take issue with is that the apark
> > plugs should be replaced at every 3000 mi tune-up.  I have always checked
> > and cleaned at 3000, replaced at 6000.  I always run Bosch plugs,
> > sometimes platinum and sometimes copper-core.  I let platinums run about
> > 12000 miles.  I also do not replace condenser, rotor and cap at every
> > tune-up.  I typically check and clean at 3000 and 6000, replacing them in
> > the 9000 to 12000 range, unless I am having some sort of trouble.

I wholeheartedly agree with this.  In fact, I never replace my plugs
unless there is a problem.  The fewer times you remove steel objects
from aluminum threads the better, IMO.  

BTW, DaBoat with it's rebuilt 2-liter, hydraulic lifters, and Bosch
platinum plugs flew through the California smog check this morning.  I
don't have the exact numbers in front of me, but HC was around 50 ppm 
and CO was around 3.5%.  Needless to say, I'm pleased.  The engine has a
little over 400 miles on it now, and is running great (knock on wood).

-David

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David Schwarze                     '73 VW Safare Custom Camper  (Da Boat)
San Diego  (Actually La Mesa)      '72 VW Westfalia Camper      (Da Project)
California, USA                    '73 Capri GT 2800            (Da Beast)
e-mail: des@teleport.com           '87 Mustang Lx 5.0           (14.17@99.34)
http://www.teleport.com/~des       '93 Weber WG-50              (Da Piano)
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