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I probably will get another set, I don't 'need' them this year but I have some time with the coupons and since I don't have to worry about shipping I can pick them up whenever...So what I want to know...is why you didn't order 16? Coupon and a deal X2! I kept a set in my storage container in the boat, gapped, anti-seized, and ready to go, and a spare set in the shop. That way I was ready for anything...and with an annual change, I never needed them. I am going to see what the damage for the LFR6A is!
AT O'Reily's the LFR6A plugs cost between $4.50 -$5.50. It does vary by location. Sign up for their flyers. In the Fall, very often they have sales on NGK spark plugs.So what I want to know...is why you didn't order 16? Coupon and a deal X2! I kept a set in my storage container in the boat, gapped, anti-seized, and ready to go, and a spare set in the shop. That way I was ready for anything...and with an annual change, I never needed them. I am going to see what the damage for the LFR6A is!
I checked Mel - It forces you to call the store for availability. Ten bucks off is a good deal though...Bummer...nearest Advanced Auto is 84 miles away...in Wichita Falls! @jawsf16 , you want to grab these for me? lol
Gary, the LFR6A is $6.99 down here at O'Reilly's. But the LFR6A-11 (WRONG GAP) is only $4.59. You sure your buying the right plug? The factory gap on the straight LFR6A is .032" vs .043" on the -11. Not sure it is the same, but this yjb thread indicates these guys ran them and they are cheaper.AT O'Reily's the LFR6A plugs cost between $4.50 -$5.50. It does vary by location. Sign up for their flyers. In the Fall, very often they have sales on NGK spark plugs.
Ha, I was in the middle of replying to your other comment...Gary, the LFR6A is $6.99 down here at O'Reilly's. But the LFR6A-11 (WRONG GAP) is only $4.59. You sure your buying the right plug? The factory gap on the straight LFR6A is .032" vs .043" on the -11. Not sure it is the same, but this yjb thread indicates these guys ran them and they are cheaper.
http://yamahajetboaters.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=43424
And this green hulk thread indicates the differences as well...
http://www.greenhulk.net/forums/showthread.php?t=148020
Seems strange that a gap difference would be a $2 difference in the same plug. I can't believe it is the same, I am going to do a little more checking, specifically with NGK.
Mel, Just checked my receipts. For 2012 purchase and 2013 purchase. They both were the same exact price * NGK part # 6668 spark plug $4.49 ea. $35.92 +$2.60 tax= $38.52. Definitely the correct plug. I always double check the gap and always the proper gap. Got to thinking though. At this price, My military 10% discount was probably taken into account but even without the discount they would still be cheaper than you stated. It must be location.Gary, the LFR6A is $6.99 down here at O'Reilly's. But the LFR6A-11 (WRONG GAP) is only $4.59. You sure your buying the right plug? The factory gap on the straight LFR6A is .032" vs .043" on the -11. Not sure it is the same, but this yjb thread indicates these guys ran them and they are cheaper.
http://yamahajetboaters.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=43424
And this green hulk thread indicates the differences as well...
http://www.greenhulk.net/forums/showthread.php?t=148020
Seems strange that a gap difference would be a $2 difference in the same plug. I can't believe it is the same, I am going to do a little more checking, specifically with NGK.
The service Tech has a point in theory, but there are a lot of things that could be "better" at a $50K price point that Yamaha saved cost on to pad the bottom line.Just my two cents...Talked with a Yamaha service tech before changing plugs and oil this spring. He was of the opinion that if those plugs were really that much better then Yamaha would have put them in at the factory. I have to believe that. So, I saved my money and installed the NGK's. Used the extra money on cold, adult beverages to enjoy after the job was complete!!
This is from Surdyke Yamaha at Lake of the Ozarks...LFR6A $5.55...This is the same place that I ordered my oil from. Great prices on our parts.Here is a real bitch...the LFR6A is more money, like $6.99 each, and more many places, especially yamaha. The LFR6A-11 is the same plug, but gapped wrong and is $2.00 cheaper. After a little research, it is that price difference all over the planet. Guys are saying it is the same, but I am thinking maybe not and NGK isn't talking. I found plugs through amazon for $5.11 each but $3+shipping...unless you order 8, and then free shipping! I decided to wait, I have 8 in reserve for my 10 hour inspection already. Here is another strange thing...the owners and service manual does not list the Yamaha part number for the oil filter anywhere...??? I have two in reserve, so I have the numbers, but can't believe they don't have it listed. Anyone else run into that on the 1.8L? Hope this isn't a hijack...were talking plugs too!
The thing on the oil filters...there are two sizes that fit. One is made short for a clearance issue on the ski I believe. Both filters are the exact same base and filter media, but the internal circulation around the top of the filter is more roomy. I can't remember where I read about all that but I think it was on Greenhulk, where a dealer service tech cut the two similar but different filters apart, and the only difference was can size. May be a similar smoke and mirrors thing going on with the spark plugs. But it seems strange to me, to see a $2 difference in these two very similar plugs and it just be the pre gap setting.Ha, I was in the middle of replying to your other comment...
I'm sure there could be something different other than the gap, but it wasn't noticeable for the ~30hrs I used them.
@bucks448 As for the oil filter part number, not in the manual, when I looked it up online it's changed at least once, maybe that's why it's not there (I haven't checked my manual though).
the difference is most likely temp ratings....I ran across the issue in my Ultra 150....found plugs that "seemed" identical for $5/per instead of the almost $30 that the correct model cost....after quite a bit of research I found that the 2 plugs had different temp ratings...not sure if it's the same issue or not, but my point is, it's $16, I personally wouldn't take the chance...just my 2cents thoGary, the LFR6A is $6.99 down here at O'Reilly's. But the LFR6A-11 (WRONG GAP) is only $4.59. You sure your buying the right plug? The factory gap on the straight LFR6A is .032" vs .043" on the -11. Not sure it is the same, but this yjb thread indicates these guys ran them and they are cheaper.
http://yamahajetboaters.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=43424
And this green hulk thread indicates the differences as well...
http://www.greenhulk.net/forums/showthread.php?t=148020
Seems strange that a gap difference would be a $2 difference in the same plug. I can't believe it is the same, I am going to do a little more checking, specifically with NGK.