Spark plug: Copper vs Ruthenium 💥

Testing spark plug: copper vs ruthenium. I like how precise and focused the ruthenium spark plug spark is. Definitely a function of the pointy center electrode.
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[@McCarthyism_by_Youtube]

current prices iridium 4500 usd/oz ruthenium 465 usd/oz the funny is ruthenium plugs cost more 😮

[@ShikuTeshi]

For anyone wondering, this clip shows nothing. A spark plug tester is just to see if they work. They reveal nothing about performance without a high speed camera to verify they keep up with firing intervals and targeted voltage limits. But in terms of comparison, copper spark plugs are effectively not used anymore. The standard is now Iridium plugs. And the Ruthenium plugs are a tier above that due to higher durability and stronger spark which results in stronger combustion and cleaner burn. It's classified as a high combustion spark plug. Typically you will see negligible benefits from Ruthenium besides longer lifespan unless you have a Turbo/Supercharged engine with a tune.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I agree with you. Only point I'd say is that if you have really worn spark plug, the difference especially at low RPM is visible to the naked eye.

[@randyschmidt19]

Only Iridium has more durability per the manufacturer. Ruthenium does not last as long as iridium.

[@donniev8181]

How's your spark plug video?

[@Deneteus]

@@randyschmidt19 60-120k miles vs 100k miles

[@angelguevara2445]

Finally, which one is better? Iridium or Ruthenium?

[@dbfcrell8300]

I have several NGK Ruthenium continuous review videos here on YT. I totally believe in these plugs as the last plugs my car will ever need. I tested them unscientifically over a few years. They're incredible, which I do not say lightly. Worth every penny.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Will be putting them in mine later. Want to finish some fuel system cleaning videos before I slap them in.

[@stevenbrooks1243]

I put Ruthenium Ngk plugs in my 6.2 Ford V8 that uses 2 plugs per cylinder truck runs absolutely great with them definitely noticed a better idle and better drivability

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I'm going to be chugging some Ruthenium on mine soon!

[@smokedog123456789]

I have a ford 6.2 v8 as well and i purchased the same plugs, putting them in next weekend. Glad to see your comment randomly lol

[@M311Q]

@@smokedog123456789please notice me if its done and tell us your opinion

[@Ajmal_officialo7]

Sar prics plzz

[@smokedog123456789]

I put them in my ford 6.2 a few weeks back, damn that truck runs and gets so much better fuel mileage.

[@darylllawrence3270]

I just installed 6 Ruthenium plugs and I noticed a dramatic difference in faster acceleration in my 2011 Acura TL on the high way. Let's just say I'm IMPRESSED. It like I have a new car.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Wow. Good to hear!

[@weekendwrench]

No you did not

[@curlracing276]

I’ll take a cheap non resistor copper core plug over anything. The much cheaper copper spark plugs have a slight spark output advantage, they just don’t last as long.

[@danmystro]

But is it worth it changing them every 10k-20k miles?

[@curlracing276]

@@danmystro depends on the owner. I prefer to keep up on maintenance and changing spark plugs once a year is fine with me.

[@JULIOSTARK10]

​@@danmystropor supuesto que si, la gente no quiere gastar

[@electric8668]

@@curlracing276 Few people want to constantly change spark plugs when the spark plugs are on the firewall. That's a major reason not to buy copper plugs.

[@electric8668]

@BruceWayne-sz3th None of those plugs are on the firewall. Transverse mounted V6 Nissans, Toyotas etc are headaches.

[@danwang1371]

The tester said that please close the lid.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Yes. Left open just for the sake of the video.

[@vitreoushumor]

I installed rutheniums and I'm impressed so far

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Nice! I'll be doing same soon!

[@1986mancini]

I'm doing mine next week

[@vitreoushumor]

Got mine done and the cold cranking and hill climbs are stronger. Great plugs

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Nice. I'm just waiting to clean my intake valves; don't want the gunk to go on the new plugs, then I'll install.

[@rubendamian8636]

@@DIYAutoworksNG great idea

[@lz9153]

Jakby pan przeszedł się po polskich sklepach i hurtowniach i upublicznił dane z testów na szeroką skalę wielu by nie uwierzyło.A ile podróbek by wyszło,felernych partii 🤣 Iryd stabilniejszy odporniejszy na niekorzystne środowisko trwalszy wiadomo. Bardzo dobry test 👍👍👍

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks!

[@bobbyomekam8043]

Man I need that tester..

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

😅

[@curlracing276]

Amazon or eBay have them

[@bobbyomekam8043]

@@curlracing276 Thanks for the info

[@BushmansAdventures]

I want that tester just to drive my buddy nuts while camping. He goes mental over the sounds of skeeters…. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

😂

[@raoabdulghufar2455]

اریڈیم سپارک پلگ ڈبل سوئی والے کی فیول اوریج 5کلومیٹر تک بڑھ جاتی ھے

[@georgemantian7917]

It’s completely different sizes spark plugs

[@mjdizzle94]

Put these NGK ruthenium in my 16 GMC 5.3 along with MSD wires made a noticeable difference. Smoother operation/ idle or no small misfires

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Cool. Will be installing Ruthenium soon too!

[@maxmustermann19203]

i'm gonna buy a iridium center electrode with triple ground electrode its a no name brand from Thailand do you recommend it?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I wouldn't if you car doesn't call for that design, except you're a tuner.

[@osahonomon6539]

Pls which is the appropriate plug to use for Honda accord 2004 Iridium or the Ruthenium?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Iridium is the recommended from factory, but it there should be an equivalent ruthenium if you want to upgrade.

[@lewang7132]

good

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks

[@James-rk6go]

My ears after watching this 😫

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Sorry mate 😇

[@avalos7902]

Amazon tester link?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Link is in description.

[@dogracekolhapur1949]

Which best

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

The one recommended in your owners manual is the best for your engine.

[@ShihabTahmid]

plug is only used to spark to burn ,Big fire or small fire. 2 connector spark or 3 connector spark system and Expensive plug or less expensive plug makes no difference.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Not true. At higher RPM, an engine has less tolerance for things being out of spec, and so the strength of a spark does matter. Now, this is not to suggest that ruthenium spark plugs are always better, a lot goes into choosing a spark plug for an engine.

[@kemangraya2382]

What is the different compare to iridium plugs? Which one is better?

[@londondaddy7013]

Iridium is the best?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Depends on a lot of things. Some cars are better on copper. Just use what your manual recommends.

[@londondaddy7013]

@@DIYAutoworksNG thnx

[@davidkrocks]

A spark is just a spark.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Unrelated, but it's possible to have a weak spark.

[@sm7091bs]

A strong high power park is exactly what you need!

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Yep!

[@peterparker9286]

No A spark is just not any spark. Weak spark strong spark constant spark imminent spark no spark. My name spark Sparkenson.

[@rubendamian8636]

Yes, and A stupid man is just a stupid man

[@user-qc4ol3kc4v]

AUTOLITE DOBLE PLATINO,NUMERO UNO

[@user-ez6hq2cz7m]

И как должно быть?🤔

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

This was just a fun test, nothing scientific.

[@niacal4nia]

Copper last 30k miles NJK last 150k miles