Spark Plugs with Two-Step

[Ed Wright]

Originally Posted by Jeff Blanchard

I did not see any mention of open or closed loop. Maybe if stayed in open loop on 2-step, could keep from adding unwanted fuel, and then go to closed loop very soon after releasing brake. You would have to be close on your fuel map. Also, you might consider talking to the tech line guys at NGK. I have found them easy to get a hold of, and very knowledgable. I have always been impressed with the quality of NGK plugs.

You most certainly do not want it in Closed Loop on the 2 step! Only at WOT. If you use a FAST XFI, there is a delay after start up you select in the Closed Loop enable paramaters, I don't remember how many seconds my delay is set to now, but it goes in Closed Loop part way into first gear. Some time after the launch.
I have had to replace so many new NGK spark plugs to cure misfires in customer's vehicles on my dyno, when my shop was still open, that I won't use them. I have had fewer problems with Autolite spark plugs than any others.