Why does my spark plug have rust on it?
Rust on the “inside” of the plugs is most definately not normal. If you haven’t made any major mods to your engine (such as FI, cams, etc), A/F ratio should be correct. Check your new plugs after a few weeks or so to see if the condition continues. P.S.-use a dab of anti-seize on plugs threads when changing them.
What’s the best way to remove rust from a spark plug?
Thoroughly clean the rust on the spark plug wire’s tip, using the solvent. Clean the rusted spark plug wire tip with hot soapy water and wipe it dry using a clean rag. Apply a thick and even rust-removing gel compound onto the rusted spark plug wire tip, using a spatula.
Can a spark plug be connected to the wrong lead?
The spark plug wires are connected to the distributor in a certain order for the engine to work properly. Connecting spark plug wires to the wrong lead can cause poor engine operation. Push the spark plug wire tip out of the spark plug wire’s protective boot.
What to do if your spark plug is too hot?
Too hot a spark plug, low octane fuel or lean air fuel mixture. Also, too high compression, or insufficient engine cooling. A change to a higher octane fuel; a colder plug, richer fuel mixture or lower compression may be in order. You may also need to retard ignition timing, and check vehicle’s cooling system.
What happens when a spark plug goes bad?
Slight misfires can cause a loss of performance for obvious reasons. Severe misfires will cause poor fuel economy; poor driveability, and can lead to engine damage. Will occur when spark plug tip temperature is insufficient to burn off carbon, fuel, oil or other deposits.
Thoroughly clean the rust on the spark plug wire’s tip, using the solvent. Clean the rusted spark plug wire tip with hot soapy water and wipe it dry using a clean rag. Apply a thick and even rust-removing gel compound onto the rusted spark plug wire tip, using a spatula.
What to do about water in spark plug ports?
You dont really need to fit new jets to cure this problem all you need to do is put a small amount of clear silicone between bonnet and jets and also between jet and seat if fitted. Does the job and jets can still be removed if needed with not to much trouble.
What to do if spark plugs are leaking?
Had same problem with water in plugs area, changed to new jets and still had them leaking. You dont really need to fit new jets to cure this problem all you need to do is put a small amount of clear silicone between bonnet and jets and also between jet and seat if fitted.
The spark plug wires are connected to the distributor in a certain order for the engine to work properly. Connecting spark plug wires to the wrong lead can cause poor engine operation. Push the spark plug wire tip out of the spark plug wire’s protective boot.