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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: tuscan_thunder on 28 April 2010, 11:51

Title: Spark plugs, leads and fuel filter
Post by: tuscan_thunder on 28 April 2010, 11:51

Straightforward:  what's the best plugs and leads?  OEM? 


Fuel filter: is it an easy change? 


thanks in advance

Title: Re: Spark plugs, leads and fuel filter
Post by: Hurdy on 28 April 2010, 11:55

What mods have you got?

Generally speaking if you are a GTI or ED30 without a map or stage 1, then simply use OEM Bosch plugs.

If you are stage 2 or 2+ then either Denso Iridium IK24 or NGK Iridiums. These are "cooler" plugs than OEM and help reduce the possibility of detonation and overheating. :smiley:

Title: Re: Spark plugs, leads and fuel filter
Post by: tuscan_thunder on 28 April 2010, 16:20

Absolutely standard but at 45k I'm pretty sure they'll never have been changed.  OEM it is.



Fuel filter anyone?

Title: Re: Spark plugs, leads and fuel filter
Post by: Hurdy on 30 April 2010, 00:20

Fuel filter is relatively easy.

It is located on the right-side of the car just in front of the fuel tank.

Just remember to fit it facing in the right direction :laugh: