larsdowg Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 Afternoon everyone, just booking a P3 service with Nissan for my 2004 350Z thats done 22,000 miles. Price is £315 which I didnt think was bad, however they have suggested £220 to have my spark plugs changed........... I think 22,000 is too low mileage to change the plugs? Anyways that aside I am fairly handy with the spanners, is it something I can do myself and if so does anyone have a workshop manual and can tell me what plugs to buy? Any help appreciated Cheers Lars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EH 370z Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 I am fairly confident the the plugs dont get done until about 70K! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MITZ@CougarStore Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 We’ve always suggested 5 years or 45,000 miles, which ever comes first is a rule followed by most… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabbitstew Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 I looked into this the other week as my zed was due a service. The DE engine is recommended to change them at 36k. The HR engine (which mine is) says 54k. Out of interest the plugs for the HR engine cost twice as much as those for the DE engine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike89 Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 How hard a job is it to change the spark plugs on a Zed? Ive done the last two cars ive had on my own as its been really easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 5 years or 54,000 is what I recommend for the DE:thumbs: The platinum or iridium plugs are good for the above. You will find them in my 7 Page sub forum viewforum.php?f=157 Quick links to plugs below. viewtopic.php?f=157&t=44399 viewtopic.php?f=157&t=44400 viewtopic.php?f=157&t=44401 All in stock and good to go same/next day Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 How hard a job is it to change the spark plugs on a Zed? Ive done the last two cars ive had on my own as its been really easy. A stroll in the park for you Mike 2 hours will take care of it mate if you are handy with spanners. Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmJak Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 I did it myself and I'm a mechanical retard. 2 hours easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike89 Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 How hard a job is it to change the spark plugs on a Zed? Ive done the last two cars ive had on my own as its been really easy. A stroll in the park for you Mike 2 hours will take care of it mate if you are handy with spanners. Alex. Nice one, I will more than likey be making an order with you soon Alex! I always bought Bosch super4 plugs after having them recommended though...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tprice Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 lars where are you situated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 How hard a job is it to change the spark plugs on a Zed? Ive done the last two cars ive had on my own as its been really easy. A stroll in the park for you Mike 2 hours will take care of it mate if you are handy with spanners. Alex. Nice one, I will more than likey be making an order with you soon Alex! I always bought Bosch super4 plugs after having them recommended though...! super 4's are pap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larsdowg Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 5 years or 54,000 is what I recommend for the DE:thumbs: The platinum or iridium plugs are good for the above. You will find them in my 7 Page sub forum http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=157 Quick links to plugs below. http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44399 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44400 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44401 All in stock and good to go same/next day Alex Spot on thanks Alex ..... I'm just having a chat with a local garage who has been highly recommended by a lot of people at work. I will get a quote for service and plug fitting (and drop you a PM re buying Iridium plugs) depending on what they come back with...... Otherwise might wait until it a bit better weather and do them myself next year thanks Lars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larsdowg Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 I did it myself and I'm a mechanical retard. 2 hours easy. ha ha loved your post!! Did make me chuckle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larsdowg Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 5 years or 54,000 is what I recommend for the DE:thumbs: The platinum or iridium plugs are good for the above. You will find them in my 7 Page sub forum http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=157 Quick links to plugs below. http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44399 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44400 http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44401 All in stock and good to go same/next day Alex PM Sent........ I will have a set of http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 57&t=44399 Please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karlp Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Just had my plugs replaced on my zed for the first time at 66k, had a oil change, brake fluid and coolant change also ready for winter. 60 barrys, I provided all parts from ZmanAlex (highly recomend). Noteable difference with new plugs and fluids, just need to fill up with some excellium or v power now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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