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Old 08-03-2010, 04:10 PM
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Default Missing spark plug cover

This may be a no-brainer question, and I'm not even sure I posted in the right place. I searched already and could find no answer.

I recently bought an S2K (it's bootiful), and the previous owner had broken/lost the spark plug cover. Would there be any problems if I just ran without it?

It seems like it should be fine, but, then again, Honda did put it there for a reason.. right?

If I do need to get a replacement, could S2Ki recommend me some cheap aftermarket ones that will fit well? Thanks!
Old 08-03-2010, 04:26 PM
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I personally think It should be fine. But thats only because I have seen several people running with out them. Not to sure about long term.

Worst case you can just buy one. I have seen several aftermarket brands that have them for about 100.00
Old 08-03-2010, 04:29 PM
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If you want a carbon one, Password JDM has them on their website on clearence
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I haven't had a spark plug cover in 3 years. They just get in the way of quick and easy spark plug changes/checks. Its a cosmetic thing not I don't believe they have much if any function. Maybe a little dust but keep it clean and your good.
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No problem running the engine without the spark plug cover.
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thanks guys
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Yup, it really serves no functional purpose.
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I cannot use the sparkplug cover due to the extra size of my coilpacks (Okada).



Additionally there are plenty of cars that do no't use coilpack covers at all

For example an Audi TTRS

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$76 online from Majestic Honda
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The only dumb questions that exist are the ones you don't ask

All I could think of when I read this thread
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