Best Spark Plugs

[Rhino7240]

Doing a tune-up on my 2012 5.0 R-Spec with 77,000 miles on it including the following items and would welcome recommendations on the best options to get the best bang for my buck without barracking the bank! Thanks so much

1. Spark Plugs
2. Brake Rotors (was thinking slotted/drilled)
3. Brake Pads
4. Tires (currently running Hankook Ventus S1 Noble 245/45ZR19s)

 

[3.3 Rulz]

Iridium of course, or Ruthenium if want the ultimate.

 

[Rhino7240]

Ruthenium! Damn that sounds like that precious metal that only the richest folks have called “unobtainum”. Thanks so much 3.3 Rulz!!

 

[homeofstone]

NGK

 

[EdP]

NGK

What makes them better?

 

[homeofstone]

NGK because The 25 Best Spark Plugs of 2020 - Motor Day , Best Spark Plugs: Keep Your Engine Purring With These Top Picks , 10 Best Iridium Spark Plugs of 2020 | MSN Guide: Top Brands, Reviews & Prices

 

[EdP]

NGK because The 25 Best Spark Plugs of 2020 - Motor Day , Best Spark Plugs: Keep Your Engine Purring With These Top Picks , 10 Best Iridium Spark Plugs of 2020 | MSN Guide: Top Brands, Reviews & Prices

Mostly opinion, no actual side by side testing or measurements. I'm sure they perform OK though.

 

[Gunkk]

Doing a tune-up on my 2012 5.0 R-Spec with 77,000 miles on it including the following items and would welcome recommendations on the best options to get the best bang for my buck without barracking the bank! Thanks so much

1. Spark Plugs
2. Brake Rotors (was thinking slotted/drilled)
3. Brake Pads
4. Tires (currently running Hankook Ventus S1 Noble 245/45ZR19s)

1. OEM
2. OEM
3. OEM
4. Michelin PS4S are fantastic summer tires (or good all year if you live in FL).

 

[Flarfignewton]

1. OEM or NGK Iridium. Haven't tried the new Ruthenium plugs but they're supposed to be better.
2. OEM, Centric or R1 Concepts for drilled/slotted
3. Depends on if you like the factory performance or if you want more. Hawk HPS if you want more bite but be prepared to clean your wheels more often and they occasionally squeal. Otherwise OEM or Akebono.
4. Can't go wrong with Michelin PS4S or PS A/S 3+ but General G-Max RS is another really good summer option.

 

[G-390687]

Much appreciate all the feedback.

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[OUsig]

Mostly opinion, no actual side by side testing or measurements. I'm sure they perform OK though.

the OEM plugs are NGK Iridium
I replaced mine myself

 

[Boger13R]

I always go with OEM but I recently purchased the NGK ruthenium plugs. Once I put them in and drive it for a bit, I'll put my thoughts and review on here.

 

[Jatu]

I always go with OEM but I recently purchased the NGK ruthenium plugs. Once I put them in and drive it for a bit, I'll put my thoughts and review on here.

Any update?

 

[Boger13R]

Any update?

After driving with them for for a few weeks, I'm very happy with them. Shorter cold starts, better engine response and slightly better mileage.

 

[Boger13R]

Doing a tune-up on my 2012 5.0 R-Spec with 77,000 miles on it including the following items and would welcome recommendations on the best options to get the best bang for my buck without barracking the bank! Thanks so much

1. Spark Plugs
2. Brake Rotors (was thinking slotted/drilled)
3. Brake Pads
4. Tires (currently running Hankook Ventus S1 Noble 245/45ZR19s)

1. I went with the Ruthenium plugs....
2. R1concepts drilled rotors
3. Carquest professional platinum pads
4. Achilles ATR sport 2 on Enkie Raijin wheels

Pics attached:

 

[3dwaxmill]

Genny looks great.. Where did you get the trunk lip? Didi you lower it?

 

[Boger13R]

Genny looks great.. Where did you get the trunk lip? Didi you lower it?

The spoiler is from M&S, and yes its had ARK lowering springs installed.

 

[gregm]

I too went with the Rutheniums spark plugs (same exact PN). Bought from Advance auto since i had a coupon 20% off instead of Rockauto. I think it was about $82 with tax. The OEM plugs looked good at 92k. I can't say I've noticed any difference but a slightly smoother idle. Changing the spark plugs was fairly easy. No issues to speak of.

I bought the Power stop kit for all four wheels...front (Z23-1396) and rear (Z23 K5848) cross drilled and slotted rotors. No cracking yet. To me there is a significant improvement over stock especially once you get some heat into the rotors. I put these on in July 2016 and replaced the pads once (Feb 19) already. I want to try another brand next time.

Your car looks great!

 

[toxicavenger70]

I used Denso. I like them.