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Spark Plug Recc. for NA 0 V70....use OEM? V70-XC70

I replaced the plugs in the car (only saw service at dealer...bought it used off a lease from them) with NGK BKR6EKUB that had three grounds.

Today, 60k later, I went to the shop that sold them to me and now he only has a two ground plug. He says NGK does not recommend a plug with three grounds, yet that is what he sold me last time.

The Volvo plug at the dealer and sold through FCP is actually cheaper. I'm thinking of putting in the Volvo plug and I'm a little tired of the song and dance I'm getting. I'm figuring that Volvo did the homework and they know the right plug for the car. Is there any advantage to getting another plug somewhere else, either in performance, longevity or cost?
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Spark Plug Recc. for NA 0 V70....use OEM? V70-XC70

Go for NA plugs, they last a very long time and are good.

Klaus
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Spark Plug Recc. for NA 0 V70....use OEM? V70-XC70

Thanks Klaus....most time I stray from genuine Volvo parts I find out I really didn't save any money.

With outfits like tasca, buying the aftermarket 'meets original equipment specification", just isn't worth the aggravation or the trouble. I bought Volvo timing belt tensioner, belt and idler from them for less than the Conti kit....and the Volvo stuff was a newer updated design on the tensioner.

I'll go get the Volvo plugs tomorrow...
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Spark Plug Recc. for NA 0 V70....use OEM? V70-XC70

Volvo plugs are great. Took your suggestion, and glad I did. Car runs noticeably smoother.
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