Spark plug change q

ddk632 · 06-24-2019, 05:51 PM

So,

I have 46k miles on the car and my understanding is that a spark plug change is likely due.

Don't have or plan any tune.

Have some basic mods (charge/boost/inlet pipes, dp, fmic)

I know little about this area and am wondering if I should stick with stock/BMW recommended plugs or do something else?

Thoughts?

Orange fever · 06-25-2019, 01:27 AM

I read somewhere you have to change them at 30k miles.

Rick4345 · 09-21-2019, 08:56 AM

If you want to do it yourself, I would recommend NGK plugs. I've used them in all my vehicles and am very happy. Don't know if it's because of the money I saved, or that I was actually able to do something myself and not have parts left over to build a washing machine!!

ddk632 · 09-23-2019, 01:04 PM

Thanks, will compare OEM to NGK.

Still haven't gotten to this but will soon. Definitely doing myself.

Rick4345 · 10-01-2019, 06:43 AM

I just changed the plugs on my F31.

They were marked NGK and BMW.

The plugs I bought from the parts store were the same thing. When you buy them from the dealership you're paying for the name.

cecaa850 · 10-01-2019, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ddk632

So,

I have 46k miles on the car and my understanding is that a spark plug change is likely due.

Don't have or plan any tune.

Have some basic mods (charge/boost/inlet pipes, dp, fmic)

I know little about this area and am wondering if I should stick with stock/BMW recommended plugs or do something else?

Thoughts?

Best price I found anywhere was Rock Auto on the NGK's.

rich8566 · 10-04-2019, 07:56 PM

Why not let the dealer do it? They did it for me on my '17 M2 at 29k under the maintenance warranty.

ddk632 · 10-05-2019, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich8566

Why not let the dealer do it? They did it for me on my '17 M2 at 29k under the maintenance warranty.

For sure, if I had that option, would do it.

Bought my car slightly used, so never had the maintenance plan.

Then got into DIY stuff and it is a great feeling of accomplishment doing my own maintenance and upgrades. My QuickJack has already paid for itself in that regard.

Rick4345 · 10-05-2019, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ddk632

For sure, if I had that option, would do it.

Bought my car slightly used, so never had the maintenance plan.

Then got into DIY stuff and it is a great feeling of accomplishment doing my own maintenance and upgrades. My QuickJack has already paid for itself in that regard.

That and the fact he has 46K on the odometer.

I took my M2 in for my last oil change and it was also due for spark plugs and an air filter. My understanding is that the warranty is for 3 years or 36,000 miles, which ever comes first. My car is a 17 with 11,000 on the clock. Did I need new plugs? Probably not. Am I going to let them change them if they are paying for it? Definitely!!

ddk632 · 10-05-2019, 02:15 PM

^ good point on the mileage, didnt even think of that.

jayg80 · 04-15-2021, 01:09 AM

Refreshing an old thread. I have a 4 year old M2 with 10k miles. I know it's recommended at 30k but is there also a time factor that needs to be considered. Would love the thoughts of some experienced owners on when I should replace the plugs.

David1 · 04-15-2021, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayg80

Refreshing an old thread. I have a 4 year old M2 with 10k miles. I know it's recommended at 30k but is there also a time factor that needs to be considered. Would love the thoughts of some experienced owners on when I should replace the plugs.

Plugs don't wear out from lack of use so your fine.

bngcruiser · 04-15-2021, 11:00 AM

I was quoted a crazy amount of $750 for oil change and spark plugs - so I am going to manage this myself.

Plan to do this myself, can someone link part numbers for spark plugs? I've got the tools to do it from my VW Golf R.

Thanks

jayg80 · 04-15-2021, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bngcruiser

I was quoted a crazy amount of $750 for oil change and spark plugs - so I am going to manage this myself.

Plan to do this myself, can someone link part numbers for spark plugs? I've got the tools to do it from my VW Golf R.

Thanks

Thanks. I'll hold tight right now. Santa Monica bmw wanted $700 alone for the spark plugs.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-....BMW.Catch_All

Zeese · 04-22-2021, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by jayg80

Thanks. I'll hold tight right now. Santa Monica bmw wanted $700 alone for the spark plugs.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-....BMW.Catch_All

ECS @ $137?
FCPEuro @ $155
Wait... whoa...
RMEuropean @ $40?

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