125 force L drive spark plug question

[peacekeeper6]

when i removed the plugs on my L drive i noticed they arnt actual "plugs" they dont have anything that would create a spark, i was wondering what kind of system this is and how to go about trouble shooting it.

 

[roscoe]

Re: 125 force L drive spark plug question

I guess you have the "gapless" plugs.<br />They have a metal ring around the outside, and a small post (electrode) in the center. The post is only about 1/64" tall.<br />The spark jumps from the post to the outer ring.<br />Some people don't like them.<br />I do like them, easy to clean, no gapping, etc.<br />When the center post is worn down even with the insulator, it is time to replace them. <br /><br />Warning, some places are charging $12-$15 a piece for them.<br />But you can get them for $4 at a Mercury dealer, or online.

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 force L drive spark plug question

hum, i will have to check that, i dont know about an outer ring let me go pull them and see what going on, and you say these plugs can go bad?

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 force L drive spark plug question

yea i see the post on these plugs, would the plugs be causing my no spark at the plugs problem?

 

[peacekeeper6]

Re: 125 force L drive spark plug question

the post is very very small though so maybe its worn? its not at the insulation but it isnt that far off it.