2000 LX470 Spark Plug Pros and Cons Best Spark Plugs Denso / NGK / Bosch

[CEO714]

From what I read so far people primarily stick with stock "Denso" "NGK" I have yet to find anyone that pick other brands such a Bosch for there truck? Main reason I am asking I can get the Bosch ones part number 9603 for a bigger resale discount than the others. They claim to be "better" but don't they all? lol so has Anyone used Bosch? Good or bad? Thank you very much in advance for your assistance. Any recommendations?

 

[thetoyotaman]

You can't go wrong with an OEM recommended plug which should be Denso on a Toyota. I'm probably the only one, but I did have an NGK completely fail on me once. I tried Bosch in my old Toyota pickup and it just didn't run as well as the Densos. My .02 cents.

 

[CEO714]

Thank you thank you I know ya cant go wrong with oem stuff but I always try to find better if better is out there ya know? Example I don't know of anyone who knows anything about these or most cars trucks that does not use some type of synthetic where the oem is not? Thank you for your input

 

[thetoyotaman]

Over the years I've come to the conclusion that Denso is best. The only strange thing I've run across on spark plugs is that GM Direct Ignition Systems (coil pack ignition) do not like double platinums where copper plugs where originally recommended.

The EPA regulates oil formulations for emissions to the point anymore that the bigger difference in oil is not so much conventional or synthetic but more gasoline or diesel formulations. Not to say there are not benefits in synthetic such as lasting longer, but the additives that protect wear are fairly regulated. There's a good thread about motor oil and ZDDP in the 60 series section due to the 2F engine having pushrods and solid lifters. The nice thing about our V8's is that they are very easy on oil and are very reliable.