Just took apart optispark after misfire problems... (pics!)
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Pics of my optispark
After having engine misfire problems for about a month and spending over $1,000 on new plugs, wires, installation, diagnostics, etc., and finally a new optispark... I think I've found the problem. Check out these pics of my old optispark.
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That has got to be the problem. It burned a hole through the plastic and was arcing against the metal plate behind it... I'm so freaking glad to finally get this fixed! Just thought I'd share my joy.
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That has got to be the problem. It burned a hole through the plastic and was arcing against the metal plate behind it... I'm so freaking glad to finally get this fixed! Just thought I'd share my joy.
Last edited by Eck; Aug 29, 2004 at 11:44 AM.
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Re: Just took apart optispark after misfire problems... (pics!)
That's the funny thing about electricity. If your plugs or wires aren't providing sufficient ground. Electricity will find one for you
Hope the new opti fixes your problem
Hope the new opti fixes your problem
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Re: Just took apart optispark after misfire problems... (pics!)
Originally Posted by donot_4get
how could you spend $1,000??? 
The only way I can see someone spending that much if the intallation was done by a dealer
but still!
leo
The only way I can see someone spending that much if the intallation was done by a dealer
but still!leo
New factory plugs - $130 (I think?)
New factory plug wires - $140
Installation of new plugs, ignition coil, ignition module, injector cleaning, and misc. stuff - $350
Installation of passenger side plug wires - $120
New water pump (old one was starting to leak) - $110
New optispark - $180
Diagnosis @ GM - $75
So basically, after $1,100 my car is good for another 100k.
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Re: Just took apart optispark after misfire problems... (pics!)
Well, the good thing is that you got your car running good again 
Next time, if you're going to replace them.. look up for aftermarket parts too, they might be cgeaper and perform better. the
MSD 8.5mm Spark Plug Wires, are much better than the stock ones and are $79.99 in thunder racing.... I think an electric water pump will cost you as much as you pay for your stocker too
Also try finding a friend that can help you intall all this stuff if not "offer beer or money" at the "lounge" and I'm sure someone will show up to help you out!
leo
edit-> NGK TR5 Spark Plugs, Stock heat range, gapped at .035 $2.25 (per plug at Thunder Racing)
Next time, if you're going to replace them.. look up for aftermarket parts too, they might be cgeaper and perform better. the
MSD 8.5mm Spark Plug Wires, are much better than the stock ones and are $79.99 in thunder racing.... I think an electric water pump will cost you as much as you pay for your stocker too
Also try finding a friend that can help you intall all this stuff if not "offer beer or money" at the "lounge" and I'm sure someone will show up to help you out!
leo
edit-> NGK TR5 Spark Plugs, Stock heat range, gapped at .035 $2.25 (per plug at Thunder Racing)
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Re: Just took apart optispark after misfire problems... (pics!)
Eck,
Thanks for sharing. You really do need to find a freind tho that will help you out when your having problems. This message board is great for help in that department, and all the trouble shooting guides that guys have put together to help people like you and me.
Thanks for sharing. You really do need to find a freind tho that will help you out when your having problems. This message board is great for help in that department, and all the trouble shooting guides that guys have put together to help people like you and me.
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