Thanks to everyone who requested this comparison. Here's the list of spark plugs tested in no particular order: E3: amzn.to/3j1TQw5 Pulstar: amzn.to/2QgYKJy NGK Spark Plug: amzn.to/31ip3Fp Autolite: amzn.to/2CS4iHk
And i think the farmabago will make for a very useful large utility truck. Especially because of how tall it is. You can use it as a mobile platform for things like tree trimming and working on walls of houses ect. I think that part is a really cool thing to have. But it would be a good idea to build yourself a fence on top of it for safety. Im sure you could make something that you can easily out up and take down and that would be safe. You could also use a ladder on top of it to get extra height. But if you do do that then you should put the stability jacks down of the farmabago has them if not you should also make something that would work and be easy to use. A friend of mine had a scissor jack that had a hex to put the lug wrench on to turn it to raise up the jack and we used an impact wrench or drill to rasie it up. Its great for all kinds of things because of how fast you can raise the jack. So its easy to raise it up and put jack stands under cars because you just use the drill to zip up the vehicle put the stand under it then zip it down and go to the next one. Its better than pump pump pump. Lol. Just some ideas.
Maybe you could test some jacks. Like floor jacks bottle jacks aftermarket scissor jacks to see how strong they are how easily you can raise up heavy things and how much effort it takes to pump the jack to get it to raise heavy things. So that way you and everyone can get the one they like for theyre loved ones when they need them in a bad situation on the side of the road. The time spent there can literally mean life or death.
In a world where people are so vapid, rude and willing to do anything for a quick buck, this man keeps it wholesome and informative, while staying entertaining and truthful. Best channel on TH-cam, hands down.
“I’m gonna run it for a few minutes to purge the system of air.” This is a guy who is committed to finding any reason for anyone to question his results and shows us his solution. I trust your videos 💯👍🏽.
He's clearly anticipating people who would suggest purging the system before the test. All experiments have their faults, but it's always a good idea to weed out the obvious ones.
Just an update on the E3's... I ended up installing them from the information in this video. Initially, I noticed a reliable and constant 1-2 mpg increase, which I was happy about. But after driving with them for a while, they began to slowly taper off. I was suddenly getting my origional gas mileage, and then around 20,000 miles in, my gas mileage tanked. My engine also threw a P0420 code for a bad catalytic converter, and I suspected the spark plugs and incomplete burning of the fuel/air in the combustion chamber. I pulled them out, and sure enough, 2/4 had a much weaker spark than the rest. I replaced the plugs with NGK iridiums, and after driving 150-200 miles on the freeway my engine light went away and has not come back on since. So from my experience, they work well and do what they say they will. Just not for long!
I also bought E3 after watching this. I only drive around 2k miles a year, it's been 2 years and my engine starting acting up on cold start, gonna swap back to NGK iridium to see if that fixes it.
I use them in my weed wacker but that's about it. Never had any problems but in the car I always go with the NGK they always seem to go past the change interval with no problems. Thanks for the info I will keep with my normal after your test.
I am from India, and an Automobile Engineer, not done in this type of Analysis in college workshop. Really appreciate your practical study on every individual product quality, efficiency & performance. It requires very dedication, time & money consuming study. Your shown in very effective & efficient way of presenting is really amazing. Very few people in the world sharing their hard learn knowledge to others ( sit in the home and enjoying the vedio clips. Including myself). Hatsup to your passion of passing knowledge.
One thing that he's not testing, and there's a lot of negative feedback on the Pulstar plugs after installing them and driving. Misfires, fouling out are the biggest claims. They are a very expensive plug and you don't seem to be able to get any mileage out of the investment. That's not good. For people who want to change plugs often? I can't justify a fast start and fuel economy for 19k miles. We didn't test lingevity here bc that's a long-term study.
Yes, by showing me the efficiency of these other plugs is too minute to warrant the purchase. I purchased iridium plugs. They offer good benefits, don’t cost too much, and I change my engines more than the plugs (exaggeration but not at same time). I’ve got almost 100k miles on a batch and their gap is still the same as when inserted. My only question is what is the durability of these other plugs? New engines require massive work to even remove plugs nowadays and reducing frequency of plug changes trumps everything else.
@@ProjectFarm I have a comment regarding how long the generator lasts on any given spark plug. A more efficient plug can produce more efficient combustion, which can lead to more power produced, and a more energetic exhaust, which can mean better scavenging, which means more intake mixture, which means more fuel use, thus quicker usage of fuel. Thus, the best plug may not last as long running the generator. The Pulstar seemed top start the fuel burn more quickly, which is what led me to wonder about this. Maybe a dyno test with a known-quantity engine that is already well-broken in, that uses electronic fuel injection? It would be tedious, but a Hemi, for example (easily accessible but 16 plugs) could be put on the dyno to find what the plugs actually put out. You could also test plug orientation and see what, if any impact that had on the results. However, ironically, the plug that initiates combustion more rapidly may force a detonation situation more than the ones that initiate it more slowly, in which case the engine would pull timing and/or dump fuel to quell it. There are so many variables. One test you did NOT do was to see which plug produced the most kW of power. With a variable load, you could see which plug could produce the most power while maintaining the same RPM.
You should try Brisk Premium, it came with silver electrode, since silver can conduct more electricity more than iridum, platinum and copper, it generated bigger spark and more heat. I am currently using Brisk X-Line, it came with silver electrode as well and it is well proven on dyno machine, since i got more Nm torque and hp compare to the copper/iridium sparkplugs. However, i had to change them regularly every 5-9k miles bcause silver does not offer longer lifespan more than iridum and platinum.
I hope you are being well compensated by youtube, as I believe your channel to be one of if not the most valuable channel due to the information exhibited and the material covered!! Really appreciate your effort & energy spent working out fair tests among all your products tested.
Honestly part of why I love this channel so much is watching how fantastically he makes each test so perfectly equal across the board. Even down to unplugging the lights at the 3p minute mark, it looks like he practiced for hours just to guarantee the exact same motion and timing every time. I know it's silly but just another reason why I love his channel.
This is why I like this channel! There's no yarda yarda yarda bs or slow to actually start the experiment. It's just straight to the test and clear results. It's a shame most other channels would make this just over 16 minute video into over half an hour by going on and on about pointless stuff. Like I was overwhelmed by the amount of information in the air filter test video because I wasn't used to that much info that quickly.
One of the reasons I love this channel is there is absolutely no bias. Just plain data with no real world variables. He doesn’t want one to perform better than the other, he (like most of us I presume) is just curious.
@@miketurnmire5672 until after about 10k, then your MPG will fall off as the Carbon center electrode erodes. E3's are a gimmick. Never by any plug with a Carbon center electrode. They don't last. Never buy a plug that you can't set the gap on either.
I did a test in college with a standard spark plug vs iridium. On a 4 cylinder NA engine in a Toyota Celica... We picked up 5hp with the iridium plugs. We did multiple pulls and even went back to stock and watched the 5hp disappear.
Project Farm! We all thank you for staying Un-sponsored and as un-biased as possible! Incredible channel man, I've been watching for almost three years now!
Oh yeah. Quarantine time put to good use! I use the iridium's in my car. I could not measure any difference between them and the old OEM platinum plugs using my butt accelerometer. My misfires where plug cord related.
You seem to be the sweetest person ever. You even must take hours to read and reply to all those comments. You're the only famous youtuber who does that. And that's amazing to care so much about the people. They all love you and thank you and it's awesome
I know this video has been out for a while, but after 3 years I finally found what I was looking for in a side-by-side comparison in realistic environments! Definitely put my skepticisms to rest. THANK YOU for the time and effort you put into every single one of your videos!
I've been working on and around engines from 100k hp marine diesels to 30 hp motorcycles for most of my life and the single thing that will always blow my mind is the speed at which combustion actually takes place. Consistently and reliably every time. When considering a Formula One engine turning at 22, 000 rpm, even at full advance it amazes me that the fire can keep up. Great vid!!!
We raced 2 stroke Kart engines at 22,000 rpm. twice as many sparks as on a 4 stroke. Only problems were fouling at low speed so we had to balance revving too slow with danger of cold seize from revving too high before the engine warmed up. Never had spark problems when on full noise. We used NGK standard heat range 7 to 9 depending on air temps.
@@einfelder8262 Ilmor was developing a rotary valve 3.0L V10 that revved to 25,000 rpm while maintaining full volumetric efficiency in the late 90's/ early 2000's with 2 plugs I think. Really cool design called the Bishop Rotary Valve.
This guy is an absolute juggernaut. I'm glad you've got so many subscribers now, extremely well deserved. You're the first person I look to when I need to know which product to buy. Keep up the amazing work!
I love how you do great endurance tests, keep everything legit, and pare down all the footage to what is relevant. Great testing methods, great videography, great commentary, and great editing! I don't know how anyone could do this any better. Well done!
I use E3 spark plugs in my Harley, and my Ram Hemi. E3 has not only gave more HP and tongue, but has increased my fuel mileage! I was surprised to see 3 miles more per gal. That’s a total of 78 miles more per tank in the Hemi. Outstanding performance. Thx for post this video.
That motor home is hilarious The sound (from the camera is still pretty bad audio because it’s so loud) sounds a lot like straight piped 454 equipped Chevy muscle cars from the late 60’s haha
@@ProjectFarm Duramax swap the motorhome. Lol get a junkyard Duramax and Allison combo. Then put a hot tune on it. Would be hilarious pushing 500HP and 1000FT of torque in that motorhome. Haha
Todd, I frequently make purchase decisions based on your testing (so far: paint, tape, adhesives, screwdriver bits, box cutter blades, knife sharpener, and windshield wipers), so thank you! I'd like to offer two suggestions to increase fuel consumption measurement precision: 1) Do not attach fuel container to the vibrating mower/generator. 2) Use a fuel container with a long slender neck or attach a length of translucent hose/tubing sealed to the container top (e.g., a plastic straw). Mark a line an inch or more below the top of the tubing. Top off with fuel slightly above the mark and begin countdown when fuel reaches mark. If enough fuel can be added above the mark to ensure fuel line is free of air by the time the mark is reached, you can eliminate the fuel line air purge run. -clb
I run the E3 46 in my 1975 Triumph TR6 (thanks to this video and I like the simplicity of no gap stuff to deal with) that’s hopped up for autocrossing. So far so good. Running on 100 low lead too.
For E3 plugs, I have heard a little bit from my customers I work at an auto parts store). The first bit is that they will melt if used for drag racing. But that's not relevant to most applications. A man who runs a lot of small equipment for his business swears by the things and claims extra power. From my own knowledge: NGK seems to have the fewest returns. I have seen a variance in gap of ten (10) one-thousandths of an inch (variance of 0.010") across four Autolite spark plugs from the same box. Some brands put a plastic or paper collar around the head and threads to protect the tip from hitting the end of the box during shipping. Autolite, Champion, and Motorcraft do not use these collars. NGK, Denso and Bosch use collars at least in my store.
Worth adding that a cooler plug is desirable for high boost applications, running too hot of a plug (ngk 8 rating for example) in a high boost (14+psi) setup will melt the plug. Hotter plugs will do better with medium compression naturally aspirated engines so there is a trade-off. Plug gapping also becomes critical at high boost so you don't blow out your spark at stock gaps.
I would be cautious trying to use things like gas or ethanol in a diesel; it's not unheard of for the engine's fuel system to assume a certain minimum lubricity for the fuel that is beyond what those offer. Even if the particular engine was fine with it gas and ethanol wouldn't be as good as diesel simply because they, when properly atomized, are comparatively slower to burn and harder to ignite. On a related note I've always been curious if some blend of diesel (octane of about 60) and ethanol (octane of about 115) would burn adequately in a gas engine.
@@erroneum Diesel fuel will not burn in a gas engine, however it will cause engine damage. I purchased a 63 dodge that the seller said had a bad engine. The truck had been parked for 10-11 years. At first I replaced the ballast resistor the truck would crank. After changing the oil/filter new water pump and replacing fuel lines it seemed promising. When I drained thes gas tank it had about 7 gallons of diesel. So I poured in fresh gas and to my surprise it fired up fairly quick. Let the thing run for about 2 hours till it ran out of gas checked the oil and it was gray and watery. My theory is the headgaskt went due to someone trying to run the truck on diesel.
DEUCE 1 If it was able to properly atomize the fuel then that would make some sense; diesel has a much lower octane rating than gas, so there would be substantial knocking. My guess based on the vintage, though, is that it was carbureated, so it wouldn't be able to handle how much less volatile the diesel was as well. It is possible that the leak was only tangentially related and that the previous owner accidentally tried running it on diesel and when it stopped working assumed the engine had failed and parked it.
He really needs to start doing a test at least once per series twice so we know if whatever he does is repeatable or not. He just used every spark plug once, no control. It might just be shaking some fuel out of that glass or a airpocket gets in the way at the end or whatnot. he did that with things like glue, why not here?
@@leocurious9919 Still, It's an amateur. There is so much unknown in that video that considering everything, it is still a good comparison video. We could argue that he hand pluged and unpluged the lights, so there a variation there. He is using the same engine that isn't deseign for this purpose and might, for itself have variation. So yeah he could have used another kind of engine more simple. He could have analyzed the exhaust chemical gaz for the fuel efficiency too. But at that point, what he need is a lab and employees and statistical knowledge to account for the normal distribution of each test. So given what he have and the dedication, I trust that guy's results.
@@zuestoots5176 I agree, I have tried plugs that cost $10 each, and cheap Autolites copper and had better luck than the $10 Halo's The expensive ones seem to do good when first put in, but seem to crap out fast.
@@zuestoots5176 Thanks. I do know that with automotive plugs, you usually have an option with most plugs. The "heat range." You can go up (hotter) or down (colder).. Depending on your needs and how the engine responds.
I changed the normal ngk for iridiums ones on my motorcycle and there were no diference at all until I changed the coil for a high voltage competition one, I could feel a slight improvement, better response on the bike, a little increase in speed 5 km/h and a better gas consumption from 29 - 30 km/L to 32 -34 km/L.
Iridium is more about durability than performance. I've never felt a difference in the 2, but doing a check after 50K miles the difference in wear is undeniable
@@ericofire it is for performance. if you feel no difference then your bike isnt performance bike. iridium have higher melting point compare to copper. so technically it would survive higher rpm. if you have normal ecu and factory bike it would not matter.
@@andihartono92 Yes, they have a higher melting point, which means they last longer before they melt away, hance why they're more about durability than performance. The high temperatures that slowly melt your plugs away come from the sparks themselves, not the combustion.
Would like to see an automotive wax showdown. The market is saturated with claims of this this and that. It would be interesting to see which wax is best that isn’t overpriced
Many years in the future, children will ask their elders how they survived the Coronapocolpyse of 2020...Binge watching Project Farm my dear children. Keep up the stellar work.
I use the E3 in all my outdoor equipment. I switched from NGK and Champion. I go longer on a tank of fuel, quicker on startup, especially on my ariens snowblower. The E3 also seems to last longer and as you showed, the tip stays cleaner, which to me , indicates more efficient combustion. Thanks for the test. It confirmed my choice of plugs.
It could be the plug, but there are many different things that can cause a misfire. Bad or weak coil, miss adjusted valves, bad fuel, etc. But if using a different brand plug does away with the misfire , then make the change. I had a friend who switched from Champion to NKG, and had the same problem. I adjusted his carburetor and that seems to have solved his problem. He later switched to the E3, had no problem. And felt he had more power. Use what works best for your equipment.
Well social distancing is in no way cool just necessary during the combat of this horrible virus. Nothing about this virus is cool! I know that is not what you were actually saying, but people really should think of what they are going to say before saying it.
@@jonesgang Well, yes. I guess that goes without saying; but 'social distancing' is exactly what went through my mind about 2/3rds through the video, and the OP's comment and its upvotes reflects that.
I've been turning wrenches for almost 50 years. I love a comparative study. It's unbiased and the results are irrefutable facts. Well done. Go deeper, do dyno runs. After establishing a winner do it with cold air intakes. At any rate, excellent work.
Yes would to see it on a dyno with an old v8 from the 60-70 with no high teck mods! Your my go to show when needing a new xyz have been shocked at times your 1 of the very few honest tester in a sea of bull thank you
@@KaylaJoyGunn not to mention after his air filter rundown, KN saturated oil type let's massive amount of particles through compared to a stock/dry paper engine air filter. I wouldn't tempt it unless your doing real drag racing. Also modern cars are designed to keep everything stock, you start messing with stuff you will need a real professional tune.... Which I'm sure 90% of folks who slap a CAI on there 1990 honda rice burner will not do.
I switched to E3 in my race car shortly after they came out. I did notice a slight increase in performance but mainly what I got was no plug issues ever and performance was very consistent. I have stayed with them for the simple fact that they work and work very well. One less thing to worry about.
Cool backstory (another awesome video by the way, thanks!!) I used to own a 2000 dodge Durango r/t with a 5.9 v8, lifted, off road ready, 33" tires-you name it! The motor was a workhorse anf a torque monster. Notorious for problems, she was pretty tired. I upgraded coil pack, and changed to pulstar plugs and BAM, huge power and efficiency increase, and no more knocking. I couldn't believe it. I traveled from So-cal to north Idaho (Moscow) fully loaded on a 10day trip. Used 91 as required and averaged 16.7 MPG! I'll never forget this story haha! Restored my hope in the truck and owned it another year before selling. Cool stuff!
@@collinmcballin 91 was required due to the spark plugs or is that what 2000 durangos 5.9s take from the owners manual? trying to figure out if I should break the wallet even more at the pump for my 6.0l 2500 silverado >.
I think it would be interesting to do a comparison on engine economy with all that you have learned thus far. Like run a generator with standard equipment vs best oil, best sparkplug, best filters, best gas....ect and see how much better you get it to perform.
It never matters what the subject matter is- if it is a Project Farm video, it is worth watching. Always well thought out and presented. A rare gem of a channel on TH-cam.
i know that's right! Everytime i go to buy something or wonder if something is better than another i search project farm FIRST. His tests are well thought out and unbiased seeing as how he takes the human out of the loop.
I have used E3 spark plugs for many years and have been very satisfied. Everything starts easily. Never any failures so reliabilitu is amazing. I feel all my equipment has good power output and getting good mileage/hours of use while using E3 plugs. I don't have test data to prove it but I am satisfied to the point that I don't plan on switching to another bran of plug. Enjoy your videos and your results have influenced my product purchasing decisions. Keep up the excellent work.
Iridium is a really hard meta. For a lawnmower I don't think matter, but for high performance engine with harder running condition (ie motocross) it can be a good bet. Again if it's a 2 stroke it's probably gonna foul the plug before it's dead anyway.
Me and my dad absolutely love your channel, absolutely the best content creator on this platform and best part? COMPLETELY UNBIASED!!! This guy is awesome
Project Farm just wondering... have you had post secondary education? I’m a chemistry major and your oil tests are my favorite. Convinced me into using amazon basics full synthetic for my 2001 Dodge Dakota lol. Anyways, you don’t have to answer the question but, if you read this, understand that I appreciate the work you put into these videos.
I really like how this channel keeps growing. I thought I was the only weirdo who is interested in such experiments until I found it at ~20k subs and I have kept watching it since then. Seems like I am not a weirdo at all - more than 1 million people can't be wrong! All the best from Germany; stay safe!
I put E3's in my 1974 johnson 6hp outboard and it truly improved performance, no idea about gas usage, but my engine has never run stronger. It still has problems starting up, but I think that's do to the coils being older. I bought a set of E3's for my 2004 taco today, thanks for making such a detailed and quick moving video.
We place a streak of grease on an angled piece of glass to see how many drops it takes to clear the grease from the glass. Our product is called Oil Eater Degreaser.
I don't know what is more impressive: The incredible test engineering you did or that you filled the gas bottle without running it over. I love the Farm-a-bago!
I tried the e3 plug in my lawnmower that has a flathead B&S engine, and what I found out is that the plug fouled out sooner than just a plain-jane Champion plug that is sold for this engine. At first, the e3 made the engine run smoother, but it is a tired old beast, and a regular plug deals with a little oil burning better. I also tried the e3 in my '84 Chevy Citation with the 2.5 L 4 cylinder engine. They did not last nearly as long as the AC plugs I have used in it. Again, it ran smoother when the plugs were new, but they did not last as long.
Yeah, When used on an old tired engine like my old garden tractor, I was thinking that with the extra material built into that side electrode it would be cooler and allow for build-up to occur, fouling out the plug. I'm thinking that Pulstar might be a good choice for my tractor with a tired old weak coil.
I to use E3 is in my 85 Buick Somerset Regal with 2.5 you are very rite it runs smooth and better when it is new but they do live like regular plugs and it supposed to be platinum 100.000 miles warranty Beatty
I had a K&N Filter in a 1999 Grand Prix GT and it definitely gave it better gas milage and a few more hp. You can hear it sucking air. I plan to put one in a focus and put E3's in it. I don't mind cleaning the air filter and re oiling it. They pay for themselves versus replacing every 25k and saving on gas.
Iv been watching you for years now Todd and your influence is now legendary in Liverpool U.K. and you deserve every bit of success for guiding us properly down the auto parts store isles and saving us money and more importantly from making a wrong purchase that could ultimately damage our”kit”kudos to you bro👍best on you tube by a big mile
Been using an E3 in all of my small equipment for the last 8 years, and I can tell you first-hand that it is definitely reliable. My Briggs and Stratton 6.5 on my 22" Toro still starts on the first pull after 13 years of use almost every week (I live in South Florida).
@@ProjectFarm guy bought a truck with a dead misfire once. Came in and the only thing wrong with it was one of the E3 spark plugs broke all the electrodes off. Put regular OEM plugs in it and it was fine for years. Also have heard of plenty of other vehicles(not equipment) have problems with them
Get creative with Josh well in my State it does because they test them regularly and will condemn any pump that doesn’t pump accurately...if you see a bag on the pump handle, it probably failed one test or another.
I bought a set of Pulstar plugs about 12 years ago for my Ford 2.3T powered 86’ Thunderbird Turbocoupe and 1 arrived cracked, They sent a replacement plug out overnight which was really cool of them. Over the course of four months they didn’t provide any noticeable improvements in economy or power but they started to crack and misfire towards the end of 4 months, after 2 cracked, I pulled the others out and went back to stock replacements, still no performance change or economy change, just wasted money on them. Back in the day I spent 200 bucks on 4 Pulstar plugs. I believe the capacitor inside the insulator took so much space that they needed a thinner (weaker) insulator and normal 4 cyl engine vibration was enough to crack them.
I used the pulstar ONE time. As a gearhead I used them and 10k miles later they failed the best spark plug I have used and wish you could have included, are ngk ruthenium with a double electrode. PLEASE do a part 2!!!
You should use regular single electrode unless your car comes with double electrode... only use what the manufacturer ships your car with. Using anything else will cause issues unless you are returning your car at a dyno with non oem plugs.
It really does sound like Pulstar is for like racing applications kind of like in NASCAR where everything has to be just changed out repeatedly so the short longevity I think makes sense. But they're expensive like I may have said before
At the same time it`s interesting and horrifying to think how many people lose their lives during this ongoing pandemic. Stay safe and greetings from Finland.
I am running E3s in my '11 Mazda Cx-7 and my '05 Hyundai Tiburon GT. Both cars have quite a noticable increase in performance, all around. Lifespan is yet to be determined, as the Mazda has only run them for about 3-4 months and the Tiburon, a few days. But so far, so good. Good video with a good comparison test between the different types. It helps to get a better idea of what they all are capable of, by actually seeing them tested under the same conditions, side by side.
Here is my update on the plugs, and sorry to keep some of you waiting...As for the 05 Hyundai Tiburon-it ran great until February, when an unrelated issue required a tow , but the tow truck driver caused extensive front end damage, and the car is still undergoing repairs...Which brings me to the 11 Mazda Cx7-which has taken up the slack from us being down one car, by picking up an extra 48 miles 4 times a week...So with the extra driving and added miles since February, I am happy to report it's still going strong. Not a single issue, running fantastic. In my opinion, the E3s were a good buy.
Video Project Idea: Whole house water filters have a wide variety of prices and unsupported marketing claims. How long do they actually last, how much pressure drop do they cause in a flowing sytem?
I third this idea. I'm a water drinker and it's so hard to find good clean water without dropping thousands on reverse osmosis filters or having to go though culligan.
Your scepticism is correct, I used to sell a similar sparkplug to the E3 called Bosch +4. The biggest issue with these designs was the increased carbon build up between the electrode and the tip. As I'm sure you're aware, electricity follows the path of least resistance, so the design of the tip, grounded electrode, doesn't necessarily matter. The E3 and Bosch +4 were most likely designed to sell rather than perform.
The biggest thing I'd hear about the "Bosch Platinum Plus 4" plugs was they burn too hot. Mechanics all seemed to say this, they said it would eventually cause oil consumption. The reason I believe that statement is after using them in a car, it started burning oil at higher RPMs, and I witness two other friends have the exact same result.
I'd like to see this experiment run again using surface gap plugs vs double iridium. I've run the Platinum+4 in a 5.7 Hemi Ram 1500 and a 1.8t Beetle. I've used the Pulstar plugs in a 2.0t Saab 9-3 with great results. NGK plugs are the best for Asian Imports, especially higher RPM V-Tech's. E3 is yard tool only for me. Champion (great for old American muscle), Autolite, and Denso are always my last resort for modern engines.
Pulstar worked wonders! on my old car i used to have. It had lower compression and would have oil in it. It would burn it and run at a idle after installing it. Loved them!
I have a feeling this dude never sleeps or watches TV like most Americans. I have a YT channel (hobby) and I know how much time goes into making videos. I can't imagine putting together something this detailed. Great job, man! I definitely subscribed. I'm trying to restore an old Civic so the information from your channel helps me research things and get ideas.
I have been using the E3's for over 10 years. I use them in my LS2, the small block in my 21' boat, and everything else I service. They seem to make a difference in fuel injected engines. In the carburetorated boat, I could tell no difference. I love your work! Walker
This guy is a genius, everything he has designed for testing has been created by him. No fancy equipment, all DIY testing stuff. Real world results testing. As consumers PF is doing all of us a favor and saving us money with all the bs marketing and lies created by manufacturers. Nice work, this channel rocks!
I would venture to say that a more rigorous test would determine whether one plug was better than the other. Load is one idea, which you've used before. Burning several gallons of fuel would rule out a lot of variability, as well.
I use NGK in everything. I've never tried the other 2. I know what I get with what I use, a few seconds doesn't matter to me when I don't know how long they will last. However, when I was a young buck I was in to muscle cars. The Accel Ignition, super coil, cap, plugs and silicone wires were the best money could buy. It made an amazing difference.
Hi I used to work for a vehicle manufacturer calibrating the engine ECU. The biggest issue I found in my time calibrating was the problem of fouling plugs through multiple sub zero (-30 degree C) starts. I found that surface discharge were impossible to clear once fouled. Despite using a gas torch the plugs could never be recovered to allow successful starts a low temperatures, although they would be OK for starts at warmer temps. Multi electrode plugs also seem to suffer more problems with fouling. Additionally some engines are made with indexed plug threads and spark plugs. This is to ensure the plug electrode orientation in the combustion chamber is always the same (specifically for single electrode plugs). This is to avoid plug wetting and failed starts at low temperatures when the quantity of fuel required to start the engine can be 10 times that or more of that at warmer temperatures due to only the most volatile components of the fuel vapourising
G B Exactly, the first company that would suggest this guy test their product is the company I would have more confidence in buying their products sight unseen.
i wouldnt want to dirty his reputation he is a perfectly honest guy with all of his testing i dont want some manufacturer paying him to do any "special testing"
The way I see it, there's not enough difference to justify the extra scratch for one of those hi tech plugs! In fact, the only time I've ever experienced problems with a set of plugs, was when I used some fancy NGK platinum plugs. Since then it's been standard AC or Champions. Thanks for the great video, it reveals a lot! I love that clear cylinder head! 👍
@@KnuckleHeadGarage27 Ive been running them in a 90 efi5.0 ford truck for 2 and a half years now. Daily drove it for 8 months in a row and now drive it 3 days a week. Fuel mileage is a hair better but think its time to do injectors cuz it still slight spark knocks at low rpm uphill. New dizzy, ECU(recapped), new fuel pump, filters, and the E3 plugs. The plugs made the small spark knock almost nonexistent and there was a acceleration increase too. But the cat may also be done, in my state its antique so imma take the cat off this month and see. I believe E3 stepped their manufacturing game up from the late 2000's, I just got them cuz they didnt have made in USA/Japan NGK plugs at the store but they turned out okay. Believe the package said Thailand or something, I specifically dont buy China or Mex made parts because Ill just end up having to fix it again within a year with those cheapo parts.
Get out of my HEAD! I was just thinking about how useful a Project Farm spark plug comparison would be (I need to tune up my truck) and lo and behold, as if by magic, it appears. This was a very timely one, and as usual, well done. Thanks.
About E3 & Pulstar plugs. I run E3 in my high performance Fords. They do seem to give a milage advantage but foul out quicker than platinum plugs necessitating more changes. After years in parts sales, I have seen the pulstars burn up with higher than stock voltage systems, hence, I cannot run them in a 40K volt performance system. The higher voltage does seem to slightly shorten E3 life but E3s with higher voltage do seem to give slightly noticably better power over platinum plugs.
I’ve used pulsar plugs for 10 years! I love them! It’s one of the first upgrades I make to any new vehicle I buy, and I have felt a noticeable difference everytime, both in power and fuel economy. I’m so glad you finally tested these! I trust your tests above most others! I have used all of these spark plugs in the past, but I always end up going back to the pulstar plugs.
My GMs were designed to use AC Delco plugs and they work great. Both are 27 years old.My Craftsman mower uses Champion RC12YC plugs I get at Car Quest for $4 a pair.
YOUR THE BEST!!! I've been wanting to test these for years, and finally a pro like you came and did it right. Best content on TH-cam PERIOD. Been watching you for years. Keep it up Brother. You've helped me tremendously all these years. Thank you so much
Tried both Pulstar and e3 against iridium NGK in 1.8 L Corolla. Results on fuel economy mirror your results, but Pulstars were subject to high rate of failure at high cost per plug, iridium also was high cost with longest life, with e3 giving me about 1/2 life of the iridium at less than half the cost per plug. The higher the gas price, the more advantage I found on 3 vehicles and over 500,000 miles and over 20 years combined.
Ive had multiple cases of the E3s fouling after extended use. Expecially in small engines. Coming from someone who has seen every plug on the planet. A good fine tip plug cant be beat in the long run.
Ive had amazing luck with the AC iridium professional series. Very hard to foul out and just dont seem to ever really wear out. The Autolite ARs make good power with the cutback strap but tend to round the electrode off quickly.
Someone paid me to put a throttle body spacer, a K&N filter and breather, and E3 spark plugs in their 2011 Nissan Frontier Pro 4x. He brought back the pickup truck in three months because it was misfiring really bad. I changed the spark plugs to Bosch Premium Platinum spark plugs and he has had no problem since the change. I told him I have heard the E3 spark plugs fouled quickly. I guess he believes me now. As for the throttle body spacer and K&N breather and filter. It did take off a bit quicker, but it was not worth what he spent on the kit.
PF, thanks for the video. When new, the E3 and Pulstar might provide a smig more power and mpg than the NGK iridium, but I know first hand, that the E3s have poor longevity and I have heard that the pulstar suffers in durability too. The NGK iridium should be very durable, and for the price is my first choice. My E3 experience is that they eroded pretty quickly , like 20-30K miles. I replaced mine with NGK Iridium, and my truck runs great again.
I agree E 3 is junk. On Facebook they tried justifying the "technology" by saying that 1 (just one) nhra drag team uses them in their engines. They got salty and pissed when I mentioned that those engines are torn down and everything replaced between rounds so their statement was pointless in trying to prove anything
I think its within the margin or error on how much power than can possible add. If you notice from Pulstars website they show dyno testing. I would bet that those are cherry-picked tests, take from a large number of runs of different auto's. And a couple or 3 HP is never even going to be noticed or felt.
I never used E3 spark plugs in my car, but I have for my chainsaw. All I can say is there are not durable, it only lasted 3 weeks. Then my chainsaw wouldn't start, good thing I kept the old one to finish the day and went back to buy a traditional spark plug.
I tried Pulstar one time and one want bad in just a few months. Literally a dead misfire that went away after I switched back to traditional plugs. Could just be a one off but I wasn't happy with them.
I’ve been using the E3 for several years now and I have noticed a small increase in fuel economy. I’ve been tracking it since I’ve owned my 2001 Toyota; and a slight increase of 2 mpg while not sounding like a lot saves me money at they pump every years.
Thanks to everyone who requested this comparison. Here's the list of spark plugs tested in no particular order:
E3: amzn.to/3j1TQw5
Pulstar: amzn.to/2QgYKJy
NGK Spark Plug: amzn.to/31ip3Fp
Autolite: amzn.to/2CS4iHk
During startup did you notice any difference in how easy or how long it took to get the engine to start the engine?
I wish you had a dynamometer to measure the power of engines. But its likely that the power of the Mighty Farmabago would destroy it lol.
And i think the farmabago will make for a very useful large utility truck. Especially because of how tall it is. You can use it as a mobile platform for things like tree trimming and working on walls of houses ect. I think that part is a really cool thing to have. But it would be a good idea to build yourself a fence on top of it for safety. Im sure you could make something that you can easily out up and take down and that would be safe. You could also use a ladder on top of it to get extra height. But if you do do that then you should put the stability jacks down of the farmabago has them if not you should also make something that would work and be easy to use. A friend of mine had a scissor jack that had a hex to put the lug wrench on to turn it to raise up the jack and we used an impact wrench or drill to rasie it up. Its great for all kinds of things because of how fast you can raise the jack. So its easy to raise it up and put jack stands under cars because you just use the drill to zip up the vehicle put the stand under it then zip it down and go to the next one. Its better than pump pump pump. Lol. Just some ideas.
Maybe you could test some jacks. Like floor jacks bottle jacks aftermarket scissor jacks to see how strong they are how easily you can raise up heavy things and how much effort it takes to pump the jack to get it to raise heavy things. So that way you and everyone can get the one they like for theyre loved ones when they need them in a bad situation on the side of the road. The time spent there can literally mean life or death.
Hes has a good go at things. A bit of fun but useful!
In a world where people are so vapid, rude and willing to do anything for a quick buck, this man keeps it wholesome and informative, while staying entertaining and truthful. Best channel on TH-cam, hands down.
Thank you very much!!
JAM JAM ... 100% Corect ... love this channel SO much 👍👍👍
MURICA !!!!!!!!!!
Redwhite Andblue love from Canada too!! Lol
This channel is certainly up there in terms of the best channels on TH-cam.
I absolutely love Project Farm videos too, and I'm Stephen Garcia's *_WIFE!_*
“I’m gonna run it for a few minutes to purge the system of air.”
This is a guy who is committed to finding any reason for anyone to question his results and shows us his solution. I trust your videos 💯👍🏽.
He's clearly anticipating people who would suggest purging the system before the test. All experiments have their faults, but it's always a good idea to weed out the obvious ones.
@TheJR1948 When you run the engine out of fuel, there's air in the carb system. That's the air he's purging, not the fuel line.
@@chronophagocytosis when people have legitimate faults with his methods he works on solving them and incorporates that solution going forward.
@@ParkerUAS And that's one of the reasons I love this channel.
Science
I suggested this only one weeks ago. He replied, “Thanks for the idea”. This guy is awesome!!!
Answers a lot of questions. Great photography too.
Happy to help!
Pretty sure he does that to everyone. He has to many many times. Which says even more about him
Sam S. - I know!!!! 😄😄
Todd for US President 2024!!
Agreed, this guy is a champ!
Just an update on the E3's... I ended up installing them from the information in this video. Initially, I noticed a reliable and constant 1-2 mpg increase, which I was happy about. But after driving with them for a while, they began to slowly taper off. I was suddenly getting my origional gas mileage, and then around 20,000 miles in, my gas mileage tanked. My engine also threw a P0420 code for a bad catalytic converter, and I suspected the spark plugs and incomplete burning of the fuel/air in the combustion chamber. I pulled them out, and sure enough, 2/4 had a much weaker spark than the rest. I replaced the plugs with NGK iridiums, and after driving 150-200 miles on the freeway my engine light went away and has not come back on since. So from my experience, they work well and do what they say they will. Just not for long!
I also bought E3 after watching this. I only drive around 2k miles a year, it's been 2 years and my engine starting acting up on cold start, gonna swap back to NGK iridium to see if that fixes it.
@@Cyrops 100%
Iridium are the best, will outlast all
I use them in my weed wacker but that's about it. Never had any problems but in the car I always go with the NGK they always seem to go past the change interval with no problems. Thanks for the info I will keep with my normal after your test.
Very helpful comment. Thank you for sharing your experience!
This man must be protected at all costs.
AMEN BROTHER FROM ANOTHER. He needs to write a book summarizing ALL of his tests............ I would buy a dozen,,PRESALE even
When shit hits the fan you better be there then.
he protected our cost
Sure he's all set at the farm and can survive without going to town for a loong time!
He’s Channel is so awesome, the man is a legend
I am from India, and an Automobile Engineer, not done in this type of Analysis in college workshop. Really appreciate your practical study on every individual product quality, efficiency & performance. It requires very dedication, time & money consuming study. Your shown in very effective & efficient way of presenting is really amazing. Very few people in the world sharing their hard learn knowledge to others ( sit in the home and enjoying the vedio clips. Including myself). Hatsup to your passion of passing knowledge.
Thank you very much!
One thing that he's not testing, and there's a lot of negative feedback on the Pulstar plugs after installing them and driving.
Misfires, fouling out are the biggest claims. They are a very expensive plug and you don't seem to be able to get any mileage out of the investment.
That's not good.
For people who want to change plugs often? I can't justify a fast start and fuel economy for 19k miles.
We didn't test lingevity here bc that's a long-term study.
@@dannac_8888 I can see that, if they have a capacitor in there like he says there's the weak link in the chain
This man saves a lot of people money on here. He does a great service for us. Keep up the great work
Thank you!
I agree
Yes, by showing me the efficiency of these other plugs is too minute to warrant the purchase.
I purchased iridium plugs. They offer good benefits, don’t cost too much, and I change my engines more than the plugs (exaggeration but not at same time). I’ve got almost 100k miles on a batch and their gap is still the same as when inserted.
My only question is what is the durability of these other plugs? New engines require massive work to even remove plugs nowadays and reducing frequency of plug changes trumps everything else.
@@ProjectFarm I have a comment regarding how long the generator lasts on any given spark plug.
A more efficient plug can produce more efficient combustion, which can lead to more power produced, and a more energetic exhaust, which can mean better scavenging, which means more intake mixture, which means more fuel use, thus quicker usage of fuel.
Thus, the best plug may not last as long running the generator. The Pulstar seemed top start the fuel burn more quickly, which is what led me to wonder about this. Maybe a dyno test with a known-quantity engine that is already well-broken in, that uses electronic fuel injection? It would be tedious, but a Hemi, for example (easily accessible but 16 plugs) could be put on the dyno to find what the plugs actually put out.
You could also test plug orientation and see what, if any impact that had on the results.
However, ironically, the plug that initiates combustion more rapidly may force a detonation situation more than the ones that initiate it more slowly, in which case the engine would pull timing and/or dump fuel to quell it.
There are so many variables.
One test you did NOT do was to see which plug produced the most kW of power.
With a variable load, you could see which plug could produce the most power while maintaining the same RPM.
Project Farm is the most useful channel on TH-cam. Thanks for doing what you do!
Thanks and you are welcome!
AMEN
Amen to that
Not only is it the best channel on youtube....but I'm having beans for dinner....
I trust this gentleman so much that I always look forward to what he recommends and that is what I will buy.
Thanks so much!
Literally just used all his videos buying engine oil, oil filters, spark plugs, and what not lol. Love how informative he is!
I used to find his clear, loud, eloquent voice somewhat jarring, but NO DOUBT the tests are good. ProjectFarm, you've done really well
Hes the whole reason i use amazon basics motor oil
Same
I didn't even know I wanted to see this comparison, but I watched the whole thing.
Thanks for watching!
It was nice to see the super exhaust RV to cap off the long spark plug testing. Thanks for keeping us entertained for this C Pandemic
Same here , but it's always intriguing to see what comes up. Topshelf in my book.
@@ProjectFarm you're welcome
This channel is the pressure relief valve for my coronavirus-induced quarantine / F1s spoiled season.
You should try Brisk Premium, it came with silver electrode, since silver can conduct more electricity more than iridum, platinum and copper, it generated bigger spark and more heat. I am currently using Brisk X-Line, it came with silver electrode as well and it is well proven on dyno machine, since i got more Nm torque and hp compare to the copper/iridium sparkplugs. However, i had to change them regularly every 5-9k miles bcause silver does not offer longer lifespan more than iridum and platinum.
Thanks!
@@ProjectFarm Lmaooo
How it's possible 🥶
That's why he...Todd... is the man!
Yeah, he's using a bot, doesn't have a lot of responses though.
I hope you are being well compensated by youtube, as I believe your channel to be one of if not the most valuable channel due to the information exhibited and the material covered!! Really appreciate your effort & energy spent working out fair tests among all your products tested.
Thanks so much! That means a lot to me!
Honestly part of why I love this channel so much is watching how fantastically he makes each test so perfectly equal across the board. Even down to unplugging the lights at the 3p minute mark, it looks like he practiced for hours just to guarantee the exact same motion and timing every time. I know it's silly but just another reason why I love his channel.
This is why I like this channel! There's no yarda yarda yarda bs or slow to actually start the experiment. It's just straight to the test and clear results. It's a shame most other channels would make this just over 16 minute video into over half an hour by going on and on about pointless stuff.
Like I was overwhelmed by the amount of information in the air filter test video because I wasn't used to that much info that quickly.
One of the reasons I love this channel is there is absolutely no bias. Just plain data with no real world variables. He doesn’t want one to perform better than the other, he (like most of us I presume) is just curious.
Well said! Thanks for watching.
I use the e3 in my pickup I gained almost a mile per gallon
@@miketurnmire5672 until after about 10k, then your MPG will fall off as the Carbon center electrode erodes. E3's are a gimmick. Never by any plug with a Carbon center electrode. They don't last. Never buy a plug that you can't set the gap on either.
I did a test in college with a standard spark plug vs iridium. On a 4 cylinder NA engine in a Toyota Celica... We picked up 5hp with the iridium plugs. We did multiple pulls and even went back to stock and watched the 5hp disappear.
Thanks for sharing!
@@ProjectFarm of course. Thanks for all the testing you do. It's very well done.
sounds like an interesting test. i been running ac delco irridium.
@@dustinnicholas6237a celica huh...... would you happen to have a friend named scotty kilmer?!?!?!😂
@@jacobwhittington2462 nope. That guy says a bunch of non sense.
Project Farm! We all thank you for staying Un-sponsored and as un-biased as possible!
Incredible channel man, I've been watching for almost three years now!
Fantastic! Thanks for watching.
@@ProjectFarm Best Spark Plugs (Review & Buying Guide) in 2020 - jeepequipment.com/best-spark-plugs-for-jeep-review/
@@JeepAccessories could you PLEASE stop spamming your links
I think it's OK to be sponsored but only if it's a product you stand behind and that product is not the subject of the video.
@@erice3933 the thing is, u usually dont get sponsored if you are honest about the products.
A fella has to appreciate the hours Todd is willing to put on his engines for videos.
Thanks for sharing.
Best way to appreciate: patreon
yep , I love his videos ... he is very consistent and to the point .
For real man his videos are awesome
Oh yeah. Quarantine time put to good use!
I use the iridium's in my car. I could not measure any difference between them and the old OEM platinum plugs using my butt accelerometer. My misfires where plug cord related.
You seem to be the sweetest person ever. You even must take hours to read and reply to all those comments. You're the only famous youtuber who does that. And that's amazing to care so much about the people. They all love you and thank you and it's awesome
Thanks for the nice comment!
I know this video has been out for a while, but after 3 years I finally found what I was looking for in a side-by-side comparison in realistic environments! Definitely put my skepticisms to rest.
THANK YOU for the time and effort you put into every single one of your videos!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
I've been working on and around engines from 100k hp marine diesels to 30 hp motorcycles for most of my life and the single thing that will always blow my mind is the speed at which combustion actually takes place. Consistently and reliably every time. When considering a Formula One engine turning at 22, 000 rpm, even at full advance it amazes me that the fire can keep up. Great vid!!!
We raced 2 stroke Kart engines at 22,000 rpm. twice as many sparks as on a 4 stroke. Only problems were fouling at low speed so we had to balance revving too slow with danger of cold seize from revving too high before the engine warmed up. Never had spark problems when on full noise. We used NGK standard heat range 7 to 9 depending on air temps.
@@einfelder8262 Ilmor was developing a rotary valve 3.0L V10 that revved to 25,000 rpm while maintaining full volumetric efficiency in the late 90's/ early 2000's with 2 plugs I think. Really cool design called the Bishop Rotary Valve.
This guy is an absolute juggernaut. I'm glad you've got so many subscribers now, extremely well deserved. You're the first person I look to when I need to know which product to buy. Keep up the amazing work!
Thanks for sharing! Thanks, will do.
I love how you do great endurance tests, keep everything legit, and pare down all the footage to what is relevant. Great testing methods, great videography, great commentary, and great editing! I don't know how anyone could do this any better. Well done!
Thanks so much!
I’m just here for the Farmabago!
Thorough, honest, unbiased, and entertaining... That's Project Farm!
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I use E3 spark plugs in my Harley, and my Ram Hemi. E3 has not only gave more HP and tongue, but has increased my fuel mileage! I was surprised to see 3 miles more per gal. That’s a total of 78 miles more per tank in the Hemi. Outstanding performance. Thx for post this video.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
Tongue?...lol
@@ProjectFarm h
Have you ever tested different hearing protection?
do u think it will help in my ram diesel
Man, I've watched you for so long now, that I read the replys in your voice... Appreciate all the years of quality work!
lol. Thank you very much!
Wat are ya a time keeper???
On a mower sea foam yer i saw that crap
If its running colder thats less efficient, how do u dyno a fkn lawn mower
@ANONYMOUS BRITAIN three years of popular, honest, non-clickbait youtube content is rare...
That motor home is hilarious
The sound (from the camera is still pretty bad audio because it’s so loud) sounds a lot like straight piped 454 equipped Chevy muscle cars from the late 60’s haha
lol. Thank you!
@@ProjectFarm Duramax swap the motorhome. Lol get a junkyard Duramax and Allison combo. Then put a hot tune on it. Would be hilarious pushing 500HP and 1000FT of torque in that motorhome. Haha
Todd, I frequently make purchase decisions based on your testing (so far: paint, tape, adhesives, screwdriver bits, box cutter blades, knife sharpener, and windshield wipers), so thank you! I'd like to offer two suggestions to increase fuel consumption measurement precision:
1) Do not attach fuel container to the vibrating mower/generator.
2) Use a fuel container with a long slender neck or attach a length of translucent hose/tubing sealed to the container top (e.g., a plastic straw). Mark a line an inch or more below the top of the tubing. Top off with fuel slightly above the mark and begin countdown when fuel reaches mark.
If enough fuel can be added above the mark to ensure fuel line is free of air by the time the mark is reached, you can eliminate the fuel line air purge run. -clb
Chris B I was thinking exactly the same thing when I saw his setup
Especially as all the tests showed fuel being splashed out of the top of the container when the engine was started.
I run the E3 46 in my 1975 Triumph TR6 (thanks to this video and I like the simplicity of no gap stuff to deal with) that’s hopped up for autocrossing. So far so good. Running on 100 low lead too.
Thanks for sharing.
All hail AvGas!
For E3 plugs, I have heard a little bit from my customers I work at an auto parts store). The first bit is that they will melt if used for drag racing. But that's not relevant to most applications. A man who runs a lot of small equipment for his business swears by the things and claims extra power.
From my own knowledge: NGK seems to have the fewest returns. I have seen a variance in gap of ten (10) one-thousandths of an inch (variance of 0.010") across four Autolite spark plugs from the same box. Some brands put a plastic or paper collar around the head and threads to protect the tip from hitting the end of the box during shipping. Autolite, Champion, and Motorcraft do not use these collars. NGK, Denso and Bosch use collars at least in my store.
Great information. Thank you
Worth adding that a cooler plug is desirable for high boost applications, running too hot of a plug (ngk 8 rating for example) in a high boost (14+psi) setup will melt the plug. Hotter plugs will do better with medium compression naturally aspirated engines so there is a trade-off.
Plug gapping also becomes critical at high boost so you don't blow out your spark at stock gaps.
If anyone needs a high-speed camera, it's this guy! Hope he can get one sometime soon! Love these videos!
I agree! 1000 FPS isn't enough.
@@ProjectFarm contact the slow MO guys
@@ColeSpolaric What are they going to do? Other than maybe a single video-collaboration, they don't make or giveaway cameras.
I smell a colab on the way.
@@ColeSpolaric No, he should contact @tesla500
You should buy a small diesel engine and test different stuff as fuel, like cooking oil, hydraulic fluid, gas, ethanol, brake fluid etc
That would me so intresting
I would be cautious trying to use things like gas or ethanol in a diesel; it's not unheard of for the engine's fuel system to assume a certain minimum lubricity for the fuel that is beyond what those offer. Even if the particular engine was fine with it gas and ethanol wouldn't be as good as diesel simply because they, when properly atomized, are comparatively slower to burn and harder to ignite.
On a related note I've always been curious if some blend of diesel (octane of about 60) and ethanol (octane of about 115) would burn adequately in a gas engine.
@@erroneum Diesel fuel will not burn in a gas engine, however it will cause engine damage. I purchased a 63 dodge that the seller said had a bad engine. The truck had been parked for 10-11 years. At first I replaced the ballast resistor the truck would crank. After changing the oil/filter new water pump and replacing fuel lines it seemed promising. When I drained thes gas tank it had about 7 gallons of diesel. So I poured in fresh gas and to my surprise it fired up fairly quick. Let the thing run for about 2 hours till it ran out of gas checked the oil and it was gray and watery. My theory is the headgaskt went due to someone trying to run the truck on diesel.
DEUCE 1 If it was able to properly atomize the fuel then that would make some sense; diesel has a much lower octane rating than gas, so there would be substantial knocking. My guess based on the vintage, though, is that it was carbureated, so it wouldn't be able to handle how much less volatile the diesel was as well. It is possible that the leak was only tangentially related and that the previous owner accidentally tried running it on diesel and when it stopped working assumed the engine had failed and parked it.
Video made already
PF I appreciate the fact that you buy your own parts to test & companies cannot buy your indorsements
Thanks!
If there was a Nobel Prize for testing stuff, you'd win first time nominated.
I totally agree PF is #1.
He really needs to start doing a test at least once per series twice so we know if whatever he does is repeatable or not. He just used every spark plug once, no control. It might just be shaking some fuel out of that glass or a airpocket gets in the way at the end or whatnot.
he did that with things like glue, why not here?
@@leocurious9919 Still, It's an amateur. There is so much unknown in that video that considering everything, it is still a good comparison video.
We could argue that he hand pluged and unpluged the lights, so there a variation there. He is using the same engine that isn't deseign for this purpose and might, for itself have variation. So yeah he could have used another kind of engine more simple.
He could have analyzed the exhaust chemical gaz for the fuel efficiency too.
But at that point, what he need is a lab and employees and statistical knowledge to account for the normal distribution of each test.
So given what he have and the dedication, I trust that guy's results.
And all his testing methods can be duplicated by anybody without having access to a multi million dollar laboratory.
@@leocurious9919 results were consistently fallowing the different spark plugs, with load and with out...
PLEASE! Do a Long term, mileage test on these!! One may start off better than the other, but in time, the opposite may come about with heavy usage....
Thanks for the video idea.
Single electrode is better than anything else. Copper for hot spark and iridium for long life. Simple as that.
@@zuestoots5176
I agree, I have tried plugs that cost $10 each, and cheap Autolites copper and had better luck than the $10 Halo's
The expensive ones seem to do good when first put in, but seem to crap out fast.
@@ProjectFarm NO, Thank YOU for ALL of your Efforts and AWESOME VIDS!!!
@@zuestoots5176 Thanks. I do know that with automotive plugs, you usually have an option with most plugs. The "heat range." You can go up (hotter) or down (colder).. Depending on your needs and how the engine responds.
I changed the normal ngk for iridiums ones on my motorcycle and there were no diference at all until I changed the coil for a high voltage competition one, I could feel a slight improvement, better response on the bike, a little increase in speed 5 km/h and a better gas consumption from 29 - 30 km/L to 32 -34 km/L.
Thanks for sharing.
Iridium is more about durability than performance. I've never felt a difference in the 2, but doing a check after 50K miles the difference in wear is undeniable
@@ericofire it is for performance. if you feel no difference then your bike isnt performance bike.
iridium have higher melting point compare to copper.
so technically it would survive higher rpm.
if you have normal ecu and factory bike it would not matter.
@@andihartono92 Yes, they have a higher melting point, which means they last longer before they melt away, hance why they're more about durability than performance. The high temperatures that slowly melt your plugs away come from the sparks themselves, not the combustion.
a race engine + electronics will make your sparkplug a go
Would like to see an automotive wax showdown. The market is saturated with claims of this this and that. It would be interesting to see which wax is best that isn’t overpriced
Meguiars ultimate liquid/paste wax is a real good not too expensive wax
I'm with you on that! Durability between everything from cheap wax to creamic coatings. Bonus points for the ones that produce more shine.
Turtle wax seal and shine 👍
@@Pheland123 I've heard a lot about the TW S and S. I will be trying it this summer.
@@Pheland123 And Turtle Wax's new Hybrid Ceramic Coating (replaces S&S I think) is even better.
Many years in the future, children will ask their elders how they survived the Coronapocolpyse of 2020...Binge watching Project Farm my dear children. Keep up the stellar work.
I use the E3 in all my outdoor equipment. I switched from NGK and Champion. I go longer on a tank of fuel, quicker on startup, especially on my ariens snowblower. The E3 also seems to last longer and as you showed, the tip stays cleaner, which to me , indicates more efficient combustion.
Thanks for the test. It confirmed my choice of plugs.
You are welcome!
Ive learned that e3s work alot better and give you alot more life and power and response
All I know is the E3 caused misfires For me.
It could be the plug, but there are many different things that can cause a misfire. Bad or weak coil, miss adjusted valves, bad fuel, etc. But if using a different brand plug does away with the misfire , then make the change. I had a friend who switched from Champion to NKG, and had the same problem. I adjusted his carburetor and that seems to have solved his problem. He later switched to the E3, had no problem. And felt he had more power.
Use what works best for your equipment.
@@backyardmec2348 thank you! Was just what I was wanting to know.
I never get tired of watching your videos, Thank You Sir! 👊 👍
You are welcome!
Project Farm: social distancing, before it was cool
I dont think a single thing has changed in his life. Other than his patreon account going up from more of us watching his videos.
Well social distancing is in no way cool just necessary during the combat of this horrible virus. Nothing about this virus is cool! I know that is not what you were actually saying, but people really should think of what they are going to say before saying it.
@@jonesgang
Well, yes. I guess that goes without saying; but 'social distancing' is exactly what went through my mind about 2/3rds through the video, and the OP's comment and its upvotes reflects that.
I've been turning wrenches for almost 50 years. I love a comparative study. It's unbiased and the results are irrefutable facts. Well done. Go deeper, do dyno runs. After establishing a winner do it with cold air intakes. At any rate, excellent work.
Thanks. Thanks for the video idea.
Yes would to see it on a dyno with an old v8 from the 60-70 with no high teck mods! Your my go to show when needing a new xyz have been shocked at times your 1 of the very few honest tester in a sea of bull thank you
For power, sure. But cold air intakes reduce fuel economy, so it wouldn't make sense to use that mod while testing for better fuel economy
@@KaylaJoyGunn not to mention after his air filter rundown, KN saturated oil type let's massive amount of particles through compared to a stock/dry paper engine air filter. I wouldn't tempt it unless your doing real drag racing. Also modern cars are designed to keep everything stock, you start messing with stuff you will need a real professional tune.... Which I'm sure 90% of folks who slap a CAI on there 1990 honda rice burner will not do.
@@jmabs5096 But what if I just like intake noises?
I switched to E3 in my race car shortly after they came out. I did notice a slight increase in performance but mainly what I got was no plug issues ever and performance was very consistent. I have stayed with them for the simple fact that they work and work very well. One less thing to worry about.
Thank you!
Cool backstory (another awesome video by the way, thanks!!)
I used to own a 2000 dodge Durango r/t with a 5.9 v8, lifted, off road ready, 33" tires-you name it!
The motor was a workhorse anf a torque monster. Notorious for problems, she was pretty tired.
I upgraded coil pack, and changed to pulstar plugs and BAM, huge power and efficiency increase, and no more knocking. I couldn't believe it.
I traveled from So-cal to north Idaho (Moscow) fully loaded on a 10day trip. Used 91 as required and averaged 16.7 MPG! I'll never forget this story haha! Restored my hope in the truck and owned it another year before selling.
Cool stuff!
These were consistent and properly measured calculations. None of my driving habits changed. Just 2 MPG increase. Rad!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
@@collinmcballin 91 was required due to the spark plugs or is that what 2000 durangos 5.9s take from the owners manual? trying to figure out if I should break the wallet even more at the pump for my 6.0l 2500 silverado >.
I think it would be interesting to do a comparison on engine economy with all that you have learned thus far.
Like run a generator with standard equipment vs best oil, best sparkplug, best filters, best gas....ect and see how much better you get it to perform.
Thanks for the video idea.
That’s a good idea
@@ProjectFarm Do it! 🙌🏼💪🏼
Anyone know if this video has been made yet? Link, please!
@@ahobimo732 don't think so. Really hope he does it! Excellent idea.
Project Farm prior to Farmabago: Excellent
Project Farm with Farmabago: Outstanding
Thank you very much! The Farmabago adds humor.
Todd, you produce the best channel on TH-cam. Thank you for doing these videos.
It never matters what the subject matter is-
if it is a Project Farm video, it is worth watching.
Always well thought out and presented.
A rare gem of a channel on TH-cam.
Thanks so much!
Yes agreed!
i know that's right! Everytime i go to buy something or wonder if something is better than another i search project farm FIRST. His tests are well thought out and unbiased seeing as how he takes the human out of the loop.
I have used E3 spark plugs for many years and have been very satisfied. Everything starts easily. Never any failures so reliabilitu is amazing. I feel all my equipment has good power output and getting good mileage/hours of use while using E3 plugs. I don't have test data to prove it but I am satisfied to the point that I don't plan on switching to another bran of plug. Enjoy your videos and your results have influenced my product purchasing decisions. Keep up the excellent work.
Thanks, will do!
I've noticed increased longevity with iridium plugs, but no noticeable economic gains. Thanks for video, very well done.
You are welcome!
Iridium is a really hard meta.
For a lawnmower I don't think matter, but for high performance engine with harder running condition (ie motocross) it can be a good bet.
Again if it's a 2 stroke it's probably gonna foul the plug before it's dead anyway.
I love that everything is thought about and done methodically....
Glad to hear!
Yes his test are truly amazing. I use your data a lot very appreciated.
@@mikebottorff593 What do you do with this kind of data? Use it for DE?
@@zb7297 well after watching his many different videos it helps knowing what product does what
@@mikebottorff593 But just knowing does not mean you actually do anything with this data.
Me and my dad absolutely love your channel, absolutely the best content creator on this platform and best part? COMPLETELY UNBIASED!!! This guy is awesome
Wow, thanks!
The best and clearest automotive presentation I have ever seen for voice, pace visuals and total understanding. Well done.
Thanks so much!
I love these tests. Nobody else does these in such a thorough and well thought out way. Thank you once again Todd.
Glad you like them!
Project Farm just wondering... have you had post secondary education? I’m a chemistry major and your oil tests are my favorite. Convinced me into using amazon basics full synthetic for my 2001 Dodge Dakota lol. Anyways, you don’t have to answer the question but, if you read this, understand that I appreciate the work you put into these videos.
I really like how this channel keeps growing. I thought I was the only weirdo who is interested in such experiments until I found it at ~20k subs and I have kept watching it since then. Seems like I am not a weirdo at all - more than 1 million people can't be wrong!
All the best from Germany; stay safe!
Damn, I was impressed by all you went thru to perform this test.
Thank you very much!
You must not be a regular. This man is a M A C H I N E
Yes he has an amazing work ethic and he attempts to be fair in his testing
Agreed. He does his best to follow scientific methods in testing and does a very good job, at that.
I put E3's in my 1974 johnson 6hp outboard and it truly improved performance, no idea about gas usage, but my engine has never run stronger. It still has problems starting up, but I think that's do to the coils being older. I bought a set of E3's for my 2004 taco today, thanks for making such a detailed and quick moving video.
Thanks and you arewelcome!
Test the ability of de-greasers on things covered in grease.
I would like see water base ones, like dawn. B12 chemtool will kick ass but so flammable.
Yes! This is something I'd personally love to see as I use degreasers all the time on my bike chain to clean it before putting on new lube
Autolite wins. Versus the E3 in my experience with purple power and a little bit of gas. Better than champion as well.
How on earth would something like this work? How can you measure that? I guess fuck it, nevermind I'd like to see it.
We place a streak of grease on an angled piece of glass to see how many drops it takes to clear the grease from the glass. Our product is called Oil Eater Degreaser.
I don't know what is more impressive: The incredible test engineering you did or that you filled the gas bottle without running it over. I love the Farm-a-bago!
Thank you!
I tried the e3 plug in my lawnmower that has a flathead B&S engine, and what I found out is that the plug fouled out sooner than just a plain-jane Champion plug that is sold for this engine. At first, the e3 made the engine run smoother, but it is a tired old beast, and a regular plug deals with a little oil burning better. I also tried the e3 in my '84 Chevy Citation with the 2.5 L 4 cylinder engine. They did not last nearly as long as the AC plugs I have used in it. Again, it ran smoother when the plugs were new, but they did not last as long.
Yeah, When used on an old tired engine like my old garden tractor, I was thinking that with the extra material built into that side electrode it would be cooler and allow for build-up to occur, fouling out the plug. I'm thinking that Pulstar might be a good choice for my tractor with a tired old weak coil.
Delco is plenty good as is Motorcraft
they supposedly have a 5yr warranty .The E3
@@billcat1840 they dropped it down to one year warranty
I to use E3 is in my 85 Buick Somerset Regal with 2.5 you are very rite it runs smooth and better when it is new but they do live like regular plugs and it supposed to be platinum 100.000 miles warranty Beatty
I have used E3 spark plugs for years, they're great. Put a set in my cousin's v8 Commander along with a K&N air filter, she gained 2+ mpg
Thanks for sharing.
I will try it. Thanks.
K&N filters do their job of filtering pretty badly
@@sigmamale4147Were you using the oil?
I had a K&N Filter in a 1999 Grand Prix GT and it definitely gave it better gas milage and a few more hp. You can hear it sucking air. I plan to put one in a focus and put E3's in it. I don't mind cleaning the air filter and re oiling it. They pay for themselves versus replacing every 25k and saving on gas.
That there's an RV Clark. Now you don't go fallin' in love with it, cause we're takin' it with us when we leave next month!
LOL
20 year's ago, that sentence made me laugh so hard
Classic movie!
Iv been watching you for years now Todd and your influence is now legendary in Liverpool U.K. and you deserve every bit of success for guiding us properly down the auto parts store isles and saving us money and more importantly from making a wrong purchase that could ultimately damage our”kit”kudos to you bro👍best on you tube by a big mile
Thanks!
I have an idea...Have the queen to invite him over to her castle.
I was not ready for those tail pipes on the motorhome 😂
Thanks for the feedback.
@@ProjectFarm Is that the best response you can come back with. Those are pretty cool pipes you could of at least said thank you.
Roarn'Leon man you need to chill out bro
@@american23t what did you want him to say? Hell yea brother!!!!!!!? Hahahaha
They're as awesome as the huge fart can garage 54 strapped onto a Lada
I've been using E3 for a year in 1975 Chevy big 6- StepVan, HEI Flamethrower swap.
You have been a great help for many years now... Thank YOU
Thanks so much! Thanks for sharing.
Been using an E3 in all of my small equipment for the last 8 years, and I can tell you first-hand that it is definitely reliable. My Briggs and Stratton 6.5 on my 22" Toro still starts on the first pull after 13 years of use almost every week (I live in South Florida).
Thanks for the feedback.
@@ProjectFarm guy bought a truck with a dead misfire once. Came in and the only thing wrong with it was one of the E3 spark plugs broke all the electrodes off. Put regular OEM plugs in it and it was fine for years. Also have heard of plenty of other vehicles(not equipment) have problems with them
@@MoparMadness93 I’m
@@mikewhitaker6840 anymore to the comment or am I supposed to understand what “I’m” means?
@@MoparMadness93 The factory is usually correct. I have seen more harm than good from people using the wrong spark plugs.
How about a test on gas station pumps? Like if you pay for 91 octane are you getting 91 octane? Or 87,89... what have you. Just an idea.
seconded
80toy it’s supposed to be at LEAST the advertised octane, but we know accidents happen.....and unscrupulous dealers.....well...
Or if you pay for 24 gallons does the pump actually give you 24 gallons
th-cam.com/video/FPPkPAbzwbU/w-d-xo.html
Get creative with Josh well in my State it does because they test them regularly and will condemn any pump that doesn’t pump accurately...if you see a bag on the pump handle, it probably failed one test or another.
I bought a set of Pulstar plugs about 12 years ago for my Ford 2.3T powered 86’ Thunderbird Turbocoupe and 1 arrived cracked, They sent a replacement plug out overnight which was really cool of them. Over the course of four months they didn’t provide any noticeable improvements in economy or power but they started to crack and misfire towards the end of 4 months, after 2 cracked, I pulled the others out and went back to stock replacements, still no performance change or economy change, just wasted money on them. Back in the day I spent 200 bucks on 4 Pulstar plugs. I believe the capacitor inside the insulator took so much space that they needed a thinner (weaker) insulator and normal 4 cyl engine vibration was enough to crack them.
Thanks for sharing!
I’ve been running NGK Rutheniums in my 6.8 for a year and a half. Very satisfied!
Thanks for sharing.
I used the pulstar ONE time. As a gearhead I used them and 10k miles later they failed the best spark plug I have used and wish you could have included, are ngk ruthenium with a double electrode. PLEASE do a part 2!!!
Great feedback on the Pulstar and great video idea. Thank you!
You should use regular single electrode unless your car comes with double electrode... only use what the manufacturer ships your car with. Using anything else will cause issues unless you are returning your car at a dyno with non oem plugs.
I'm eager to look at up actually I never heard of that
I also experienced poor lifespan with pulstar plugs in a v6 Tacoma. The factory plugs lasted twice as long maybe more.
It really does sound like Pulstar is for like racing applications kind of like in NASCAR where everything has to be just changed out repeatedly so the short longevity I think makes sense. But they're expensive like I may have said before
That cow was watching the race asking itself “what is the human doing now?”
Farmabago: *VROOOOV, VROOOV.*
Cow: "Hmm. Moving house angry."
lol Thanks for watching!
driving like the flintstone. what on earth!
@@101Volts timestamp
Notice the cow was practicing social distancing.
Stay safe we can’t lose you
Thanks so much and the same to you!
he can help rebuild society after the apocalypse
Legends live on no matter what!
At the same time it`s interesting and horrifying to think how many people lose their lives during this ongoing pandemic. Stay safe and greetings from Finland.
I am running E3s in my '11 Mazda Cx-7 and my '05 Hyundai Tiburon GT. Both cars have quite a noticable increase in performance, all around. Lifespan is yet to be determined, as the Mazda has only run them for about 3-4 months and the Tiburon, a few days. But so far, so good. Good video with a good comparison test between the different types. It helps to get a better idea of what they all are capable of, by actually seeing them tested under the same conditions, side by side.
How are they running now? 🤟🏼👽🤟🏼
What shape were the plugs they replaced in?
@AntiSocialButterfly Any updates?
any updates on the plugs?
Here is my update on the plugs, and sorry to keep some of you waiting...As for the 05 Hyundai Tiburon-it ran great until February, when an unrelated issue required a tow , but the tow truck driver caused extensive front end damage, and the car is still undergoing repairs...Which brings me to the 11 Mazda Cx7-which has taken up the slack from us being down one car, by picking up an extra 48 miles 4 times a week...So with the extra driving and added miles since February, I am happy to report it's still going strong. Not a single issue, running fantastic. In my opinion, the E3s were a good buy.
Video Project Idea: Whole house water filters have a wide variety of prices and unsupported marketing claims. How long do they actually last, how much pressure drop do they cause in a flowing sytem?
hi
I 2nd this idea as well as my other drinking water filter idea too. Thanks!
I third this idea. I'm a water drinker and it's so hard to find good clean water without dropping thousands on reverse osmosis filters or having to go though culligan.
Every time I think, "There's no way to top that", you wind up making me say "Danged if he didn't!"
Good show, friend!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your scepticism is correct, I used to sell a similar sparkplug to the E3 called Bosch +4. The biggest issue with these designs was the increased carbon build up between the electrode and the tip. As I'm sure you're aware, electricity follows the path of least resistance, so the design of the tip, grounded electrode, doesn't necessarily matter. The E3 and Bosch +4 were most likely designed to sell rather than perform.
Thanks for sharing
Or the flames
Bosch makes some incredible electronics. Their plugs and plug wires are second to none, no gimmicks. I've run them for years.
The biggest thing I'd hear about the "Bosch Platinum Plus 4" plugs was they burn too hot.
Mechanics all seemed to say this, they said it would eventually cause oil consumption.
The reason I believe that statement is after using them in a car, it started burning oil at higher RPMs, and I witness two other friends have the exact same result.
I'd like to see this experiment run again using surface gap plugs vs double iridium. I've run the Platinum+4 in a 5.7 Hemi Ram 1500 and a 1.8t Beetle. I've used the Pulstar plugs in a 2.0t Saab 9-3 with great results. NGK plugs are the best for Asian Imports, especially higher RPM V-Tech's. E3 is yard tool only for me. Champion (great for old American muscle), Autolite, and Denso are always my last resort for modern engines.
Pulstar worked wonders! on my old car i used to have. It had lower compression and would have oil in it. It would burn it and run at a idle after installing it. Loved them!
Thanks for sharing.
I have a feeling this dude never sleeps or watches TV like most Americans. I have a YT channel (hobby) and I know how much time goes into making videos. I can't imagine putting together something this detailed. Great job, man! I definitely subscribed. I'm trying to restore an old Civic so the information from your channel helps me research things and get ideas.
Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
I have been using the E3's for over 10 years. I use them in my LS2, the small block in my 21' boat, and everything else I service. They seem to make a difference in fuel injected engines. In the carburetorated boat, I could tell no difference.
I love your work!
Walker
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
This guy is a genius, everything he has designed for testing has been created by him. No fancy equipment, all DIY testing stuff. Real world results testing. As consumers PF is doing all of us a favor and saving us money with all the bs marketing and lies created by manufacturers. Nice work, this channel rocks!
Thanks!
I would venture to say that a more rigorous test would determine whether one plug was better than the other. Load is one idea, which you've used before. Burning several gallons of fuel would rule out a lot of variability, as well.
Thanks for the feedback.
Man, I am so happy to see your viewership growing. You deserve every bit of it. Enjoy!
Thanks!
I use NGK in everything. I've never tried the other 2. I know what I get with what I use, a few seconds doesn't matter to me when I don't know how long they will last. However, when I was a young buck I was in to muscle cars. The Accel Ignition, super coil, cap, plugs and silicone wires were the best money could buy. It made an amazing difference.
Thanks for the feedback.
Are those all things you modified or replaced?
Those were the days. Ive been using NGK in everything from dirt bikes to hot rods since i was a kid
the cow was like, "there he goes again..."
lol
i was thinking the same thing! haha!
I consider him lucky to have so much open space he can make all the noise he wants
A very entertained bovine
Hi I used to work for a vehicle manufacturer calibrating the engine ECU. The biggest issue I found in my time calibrating was the problem of fouling plugs through multiple sub zero (-30 degree C) starts. I found that surface discharge were impossible to clear once fouled. Despite using a gas torch the plugs could never be recovered to allow successful starts a low temperatures, although they would be OK for starts at warmer temps. Multi electrode plugs also seem to suffer more problems with fouling. Additionally some engines are made with indexed plug threads and spark plugs. This is to ensure the plug electrode orientation in the combustion chamber is always the same (specifically for single electrode plugs). This is to avoid plug wetting and failed starts at low temperatures when the quantity of fuel required to start the engine can be 10 times that or more of that at warmer temperatures due to only the most volatile components of the fuel vapourising
Thanks for sharing.
Sold hundreds of thousands of NGK plugs over the years never had 1 come back under warranty.
Thanks for sharing.
To be real, did anyone even know what the warranty was?
Years ago I actually did an AC Service call at the NGK Irvine California facility and watched the plugs being made there. Quite cool
Probably because most don't know there is a warranty.
I have had new plugs misbehave before although rare it does happen.
imagine a world where the companies had to send this guy the products for testing all claims before selling !!!
If only the world was so perfect
We wish
GreenFrank I don’t think they would unless they were uber confident in their product
G B Exactly, the first company that would suggest this guy test their product is the company I would have more confidence in buying their products sight unseen.
i wouldnt want to dirty his reputation he is a perfectly honest guy with all of his testing i dont want some manufacturer paying him to do any "special testing"
The way I see it, there's not enough difference to justify the extra scratch for one of those hi tech plugs!
In fact, the only time I've ever experienced problems with a set of plugs, was when I used some fancy NGK platinum plugs. Since then it's been standard AC or Champions. Thanks for the great video, it reveals a lot! I love that clear cylinder head! 👍
Great feedback. Thank you!
Great test. I put a set of e3 plugs in my s10 pick up with a 4.3 v~6 and averaged.3 mpg increase. Love them! Thanks for proving they are great
Thanks!
I bought the plasma plugs for my s10. curious, is the 4.3 still holding up good with those plugs?
Been thinking about doing this to my 85 S10 2.8 with E3 plugs but not sure . How's yours holding up ??
@@KnuckleHeadGarage27 Ive been running them in a 90 efi5.0 ford truck for 2 and a half years now. Daily drove it for 8 months in a row and now drive it 3 days a week. Fuel mileage is a hair better but think its time to do injectors cuz it still slight spark knocks at low rpm uphill. New dizzy, ECU(recapped), new fuel pump, filters, and the E3 plugs. The plugs made the small spark knock almost nonexistent and there was a acceleration increase too.
But the cat may also be done, in my state its antique so imma take the cat off this month and see.
I believe E3 stepped their manufacturing game up from the late 2000's, I just got them cuz they didnt have made in USA/Japan NGK plugs at the store but they turned out okay. Believe the package said Thailand or something, I specifically dont buy China or Mex made parts because Ill just end up having to fix it again within a year with those cheapo parts.
Get out of my HEAD! I was just thinking about how useful a Project Farm spark plug comparison would be (I need to tune up my truck) and lo and behold, as if by magic, it appears. This was a very timely one, and as usual, well done. Thanks.
Thank you!
Happened same thing when I had to get wiper blades for someone
Whenever they bring back the Twisted Metal games, I petition for the Farmabago as a DLC vehicle
lol Thanks!
I second that!
You’re a genius, should also start a petition to get the Farmabago as DLC in Forza Horizon 😂
Farmabago should be in wreck fest, great game.
Up down left right right left down up. I still remember the invincible code to beat the game
Gas station attendant: "that project farm guy is here again."
Gas station owner: "let me schedule a refuel."
lol Thanks for watching.
MrBobinater didn’t really use much fuel
Just so long as he doesn't get any fertilizer also he'll stay off the FBI's radar.
@@LordToxygene LLP jo Lo and kopp
this is how he celebrates earth day
About E3 & Pulstar plugs. I run E3 in my high performance Fords. They do seem to give a milage advantage but foul out quicker than platinum plugs necessitating more changes. After years in parts sales, I have seen the pulstars burn up with higher than stock voltage systems, hence, I cannot run them in a 40K volt performance system. The higher voltage does seem to slightly shorten E3 life but E3s with higher voltage do seem to give slightly noticably better power over platinum plugs.
Thanks for sharing!
I think that the cows were saying, "What is that crazy human doing now".
lol Thanks for watching!
lol really, the cow... spark plugs bud... I use E3.. way off subject
Cows may not be able to race themselves but they sure love to watch one.
I’ve used pulsar plugs for 10 years! I love them! It’s one of the first upgrades I make to any new vehicle I buy, and I have felt a noticeable difference everytime, both in power and fuel economy. I’m so glad you finally tested these! I trust your tests above most others! I have used all of these spark plugs in the past, but I always end up going back to the pulstar plugs.
Thanks for sharing!
My GMs were designed to use AC Delco plugs and they work great. Both are 27 years old.My Craftsman mower uses Champion RC12YC plugs I get at Car Quest for $4 a pair.
YOUR THE BEST!!! I've been wanting to test these for years, and finally a pro like you came and did it right. Best content on TH-cam PERIOD. Been watching you for years. Keep it up Brother. You've helped me tremendously all these years. Thank you so much
Great to hear!
Tried both Pulstar and e3 against iridium NGK in 1.8 L Corolla. Results on fuel economy mirror your results, but Pulstars were subject to high rate of failure at high cost per plug, iridium also was high cost with longest life, with e3 giving me about 1/2 life of the iridium at less than half the cost per plug. The higher the gas price, the more advantage I found on 3 vehicles and over 500,000 miles and over 20 years combined.
Ive had multiple cases of the E3s fouling after extended use. Expecially in small engines. Coming from someone who has seen every plug on the planet. A good fine tip plug cant be beat in the long run.
best plug for power?
Ive had amazing luck with the AC iridium professional series. Very hard to foul out and just dont seem to ever really wear out. The Autolite ARs make good power with the cutback strap but tend to round the electrode off quickly.
Yea those E3's started miss firing in my car years back when they first came out, about after 600 miles.
Best spark plugs for small engine, any copper core plug.
Someone paid me to put a throttle body spacer, a K&N filter and breather, and E3 spark plugs in their 2011 Nissan Frontier Pro 4x. He brought back the pickup truck in three months because it was misfiring really bad. I changed the spark plugs to Bosch Premium Platinum spark plugs and he has had no problem since the change. I told him I have heard the E3 spark plugs fouled quickly. I guess he believes me now. As for the throttle body spacer and K&N breather and filter. It did take off a bit quicker, but it was not worth what he spent on the kit.
PF, thanks for the video. When new, the E3 and Pulstar might provide a smig more power and mpg than the NGK iridium, but I know first hand, that the E3s have poor longevity and I have heard that the pulstar suffers in durability too. The NGK iridium should be very durable, and for the price is my first choice.
My E3 experience is that they eroded pretty quickly , like 20-30K miles. I replaced mine with NGK Iridium, and my truck runs great again.
Great feedback! Thank you
My car says it requires iridium plugs and to replace them after 100k miles. Would be interesting to see how long these other types actually last.
I agree E 3 is junk. On Facebook they tried justifying the "technology" by saying that 1 (just one) nhra drag team uses them in their engines. They got salty and pissed when I mentioned that those engines are torn down and everything replaced between rounds so their statement was pointless in trying to prove anything
I think its within the margin or error on how much power than can possible add. If you notice from Pulstars website they show dyno testing. I would bet that those are cherry-picked tests, take from a large number of runs of different auto's.
And a couple or 3 HP is never even going to be noticed or felt.
I never used E3 spark plugs in my car, but I have for my chainsaw. All I can say is there are not durable, it only lasted 3 weeks. Then my chainsaw wouldn't start, good thing I kept the old one to finish the day and went back to buy a traditional spark plug.
I tried Pulstar one time and one want bad in just a few months. Literally a dead misfire that went away after I switched back to traditional plugs. Could just be a one off but I wasn't happy with them.
Thanks for sharing.
I’ve been using the E3 for several years now and I have noticed a small increase in fuel economy. I’ve been tracking it since I’ve owned my 2001 Toyota; and a slight increase of 2 mpg while not sounding like a lot saves me money at they pump every years.
Thanks for the feedback.
I have been running an E3 in my lawnmower. It starts more reliably than with a normal spark plug. Maybe I should try them in my car.
I have them in all my lawn equipment and a car it definitely made it run better than the ngk I had in it