May 25, 2011
#903: Extended Mind
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Message with Mike1979
Mike1979: I replaced my spark plugs and now my car is running weird.
Me: The spark gap might be off.
Me: You can check with a feeler gauge.
Mike1979: What should the gap be?
Me: Usually between 0.035" and 0.070".
Me: But it depends on the engine.
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Message with Mike1979
Mike1979: I replaced my spark plugs and now my car is running weird.
Me: What is a sparky plug??
Me: Help
Me: What is a car??