Plug Gap?
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not so fast^^^ first off, dont ever assume the plugs right out of the box are Pre Gapped. They ARE set from the factory BUT, They also get shipped ALOT of miles before they hit the shelf! ALWAYS CHECK! Second, when posting stuff like this, you should really include what the quad IS, stock or with some extras...it help narrow answers and helps you get the best info!
I've never gotten a plug box that was damaged or distorted enough to bend a plug end, I don't check em usually either but my bikes are stock besides reeds and pipes
Seeing that you're a newbee, Welcome to the dirt pile I:I
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With that said, towards top of page is search function. It works very well on this forum. Watch:
Yamaha Blaster Forum - Search Results
something is slow, took 7.4 seconds
, 500 hits I:II would post quad mods on my blasty but I can't figure out how to add one of those signatures.. But im guessing get a b8es
So, no one has ever seen sh*t like 'How it's Made' or something where the plug gets gapped, sent down a bumpy conveyor belt to packaging... sh*t gets knocked around, it takes 2 seconds to gap it. You all talk about getting 'this' to run better, faster....Start with the basics man, gap your ONLY source of ignition! As some of you 'older gents' know how important spark is too flame! 3 things matter Most for a Tuned 2 stroke; Fuel, Fire and Air. Make those three run in harmony and you'll have enough to worry about Hanging on to the handlebars then you will the 2 secs it takes to gap a fuggin plug!!! Geeeshhhh...
Length of spark = strength of spark!
Spark Plug Installation Instructions
3. Gapping
Since the gap size has a direct affect on the spark plug's tip temperature
and on the voltage necessary to ionize (light) the air/fuel mixture, careful attention is required. While it is a popular misconception that plugs are pre-gapped from the factory, the fact remains that the gap must be adjusted for the vehicle that the spark plug is intended for. Those with modified engines must remember that a modified engine with higher compression or forced induction will typically require a smaller gap settings (to ensure ignitability
in these denser air/fuel mixtures). As a rule, the more power you are making, the smaller the gap you will need.
A spark plug's voltage requirement is directly proportionate to the gap size. The larger the gap, the more voltage is needed to bridge the gap. Most experienced tuners know that opening gaps up to present a larger spark to the air/fuel mixture maximizes burn efficiency. It is for this reason that most racers add high power ignition systems. The added power allows them to open the gap yet still provide a strong spark.
With this mind, many think the larger the gap the better. In fact, some aftermarket ignition systems boast that their systems can tolerate gaps that are extreme. Be wary of such claims. In most cases, the largest gap you can run may still be smaller than you think.
Spark Plug Installation Instructions
3. Gapping
Since the gap size has a direct affect on the spark plug's tip temperature
and on the voltage necessary to ionize (light) the air/fuel mixture, careful attention is required. While it is a popular misconception that plugs are pre-gapped from the factory, the fact remains that the gap must be adjusted for the vehicle that the spark plug is intended for. Those with modified engines must remember that a modified engine with higher compression or forced induction will typically require a smaller gap settings (to ensure ignitability
in these denser air/fuel mixtures). As a rule, the more power you are making, the smaller the gap you will need.
A spark plug's voltage requirement is directly proportionate to the gap size. The larger the gap, the more voltage is needed to bridge the gap. Most experienced tuners know that opening gaps up to present a larger spark to the air/fuel mixture maximizes burn efficiency. It is for this reason that most racers add high power ignition systems. The added power allows them to open the gap yet still provide a strong spark.
With this mind, many think the larger the gap the better. In fact, some aftermarket ignition systems boast that their systems can tolerate gaps that are extreme. Be wary of such claims. In most cases, the largest gap you can run may still be smaller than you think.
