would it be a problem if i run a br9es?
The 8's are one step hotter than the 9's. If it runs fine with the 9's, it won't hurt a thing to use 'em. You may foul plugs a bit more, especially when it gets warmer out. Switch it back to an 8 if you're fouling them.
Some interesting info I came across:
http://www.acdelco.com/parts/sparkplugs/identification.jsp