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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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should a person use differant plugs if the carb had bigger jets put in it
 
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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Nope...use the ones specified for the bike. If they foul or run lean...it is not the fault of the plug. The bike model will dictate the type and part number for the plug. You can get the plug from various manufacturers and will have various part numbers. There is a cross-reference available all over the place so you have a choice.

Plug opinions can be like oil opinions, but if you don't know how to read plugs to see what they are up to...it's best to stick with stock.
 
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couldnt have put it better myself 1550vt. there is rarely a need for anything but stock plugs.
 
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