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JL8Jeff · 07-12-2009, 10:16 AM

I think the only real advantage is that manufacturers can claim you don't need a tune up for 100K miles because the platinum's don't erode as quickly. I don't think it will really matter in your situation. My 99 Tacoma had 126K miles and the original non platinum plugs when I got it a month and a half ago. I put in some NGK platinums and it runs fine but doesn't really need them. I think if you're running some sort of aftermarket ignition then you don't want platinum.

07-12-2009, 10:16 AM	#2
JL8Jeff Hippy Mod, Bergermeister Meisterberger, Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ewing Posts: 6,214 iTrader: (3)	I think the only real advantage is that manufacturers can claim you don't need a tune up for 100K miles because the platinum's don't erode as quickly. I don't think it will really matter in your situation. My 99 Tacoma had 126K miles and the original non platinum plugs when I got it a month and a half ago. I put in some NGK platinums and it runs fine but doesn't really need them. I think if you're running some sort of aftermarket ignition then you don't want platinum. __________________ 69 Z28 JL8 4 wheel disc brakes - being restored 09 Silverado Z71