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Resistor Plugs

posted by  someone claiming to be Robert S. on  Mon Jul 23 14:34 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Why does my '88 240 manual specify "resistor" plugs? I had some on NGK plugs on the shelf for my older 84 240 that I put in; runs fine. They weren't the "R" type. Any ideas why Resistor was specified?

Thanks, Robert







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Re: Resistor Plugs

posted by  someone claiming to be Zee on  Mon Jul 23 23:03 CST 2001 [RELATED]

BTW,It is my understanding you should not combine the use of BOTH resistor plugs and resistor wires together. Choose either one, but not together.

Too much of a good thing intrferes with engine somehow.







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Re: Resistor Plugs

posted by  someone claiming to be Leonard on  Mon Jul 23 15:28 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Typically it is for noise supression. Often the radio would pick up engine speed through the speakers. I suspect this could cause problems with newer computer controlled units as well. Could be other reasons, but originally this was the reason.

Leonard






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