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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 11:55 AM
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does anyone know what to set the gap to on a 1450 ,with 80cc heads...they are ngk plugs thanks
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 01:55 PM
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i only know what the stock spec is from my '02 service manual.
.039 - .043" IIRC
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 04:43 PM
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My mannual indicates .038"-.043" for the '06 1450 stock. I also use the ngk plugs set at .040". Works for me...

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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 07:04 PM
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0.40 is where I set mine, basicly the same motor as you but longer stroke
 
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