Volker Racing Spark Plugs

[R2D]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Oh yes.

Volker has been very supportive to me and with the recent surge of plugs sold ( thanks to you guys) They have DHL me another batch of plugs at their cost. I now have 6ZX and 7ZX back in stock. The 6ZX can replace those for japanese cars and the 7zx for high reving engines. The resistance change are no longer issues.

I will be passing some to Rodney and he will bring them for your meetup. The 6ZX is $90 for 4 pcs while the 7ZX is $100.
They all come with a 1yr warranty from Volker backed by UM2.

Regards

CP

 

[Shaun]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Shaun

You are forgetting that car manufacturers also work on a tight budget and that every cent saved equates to thousands of dollars at the end of the year. Small specialists manufacturers have the ability to delve indepth into specific areas and come up with innovative solutions.

Hi CP, it is true that because of scale of production and selling that cents saved add up to large amounts, but it is also true that these companies are rich companies who already have the test rigs and test cars, along with everything I mentioned earlier on to test components. In areas that manufacturers do not dabble much in at all (eg. exotic material, DLCs, etc.) small highly specialized companies definitely can come up with new stuff. However in terms of maintaining drivability and reliability, I am still of the opinion that no one beats the manufacturers. Maybe companies as large, old, and with as much knowledge as Ricardo can get close or compete, but few else I would trust.

I can agree with your last statement but only to a certain extent. The car system on the whole is optimised for everyone everywhere. There are areas that can be further optimised to suit the environment.

CP

My view is that with intelligent ECUs searching for thresholds and watching everything so closely, alternate modes of operation at the ready, changing one part of the system without adversely affecting anything else is most likely not worth the time, money, and effort. Modern ECUs are also able to compensate and optimize for a whole range of enviromental factors. I don't really even feel good talking about this in general terms. If a specific problem is laid out, then it would be easier to discuss it. An example is how an enthusiast willing to sacrifice a bit of emissions cleanliness for some power has trouble properly making changes because of the restrictiveness of modern control systems.

I know we don't see eye to eye on these issues and this discussion could go on and on with a hundred points raised on either side, but I hope we can agree to disagree. With such a great warranty backing these plugs, your customers needn't worry much anyway.


Respectfully,
Shaun

 

[T6]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Yendor, as a number of forummers are getting their plugs installed at this Sun's meet-up, can I suggest some sort of time schedule so that there is no chaos and forummers dun get frustrated waiting for their turn etc. I will get the ball rolling by indicating that I can be there at 4.30pm. I have a strut bar in the engine bay. Hope that will not pose a problem

Status correct as at 24th Aug 0830hrs

After sorting out the orders and fittment, I think the following cars are still outstanding:

1. Jaskin 4 pcs (maybe just collect)
2. T6 6 pcs (fitting at 4.30pm Sun)
3. Eggz 6 pcs (fitting)
4. Piggyboyz 6pcs (collect)
5. Mercuryz 4 pcs (fitting earlier)
6. yendo_song 6 pcs
7. Liverpudlian 6 pcs (done)
8. Azriel_sc 6 pcs (fitting)
9. Nexus 6 pcs (done)
10. Yfong 6 pcs
11. Calvin 4 pcs (fitting)
12. Subzero 6 pcs (done)
13. Rex7_vtec 6 pcs
14. Silver 31 6 pcs (7ZC not in stock yet)
15. Wisky_Tango 4 pcs (8ZX not in stock yet)
16. rodders 4pcs (fitting)
17. ykh1 6 pcs (fitting)

 

[rodders]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Yendor, as a number of forummers are getting their plugs installed at this Sun's meet-up, can I suggest some sort of time schedule so that there is no chaos and forummers dun get frustrated waiting for their turn etc. I will get the ball rolling by indicating that I can be there at 4.30pm. I have a strut bar in the engine bay. Hope that will not pose a problem

Status correct as at 24th Aug 0830hrs

After sorting out the orders and fittment, I think the following cars are still outstanding:

1. Jaskin 4 pcs (maybe just collect)
2. T6 6 pcs (fitting at 4.30pm Sun)
3. Eggz 6 pcs (fitting)
4. Piggyboyz 6pcs (collect)
5. Mercuryz 4 pcs (fitting earlier)
6. yendo_song 6 pcs
7. Liverpudlian 6 pcs (done)
8. Azriel_sc 6 pcs (fitting)
9. Nexus 6 pcs (done)
10. Yfong 6 pcs
11. Calvin 4 pcs (fitting)
12. Subzero 6 pcs (done)
13. Rex7_vtec 6 pcs
14. Silver 31 6 pcs (7ZC not in stock yet)
15. Wisky_Tango 4 pcs (8ZX not in stock yet)
16. rodders 4pcs (fitting)
17. ykh1 6 pcs (fitting)

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.30pm
2. rodders Rodney. 4pcs (Fitting) 4.45pm

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

I will be there at 4pm.

So

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.00pm
2. rodders 4pcs (Fitting) 4.20pm


And the list goes on....

 

[Whisky_Tango]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

I will be there at 4pm.

So

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.00pm
2. rodders 4pcs (Fitting) 4.20pm


And the list goes on....

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.00pm
2. rodders 4pcs (Fitting) 4.20pm
3. WT 4 pcs (fitting) 5pm

 

[marc]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Originally Posted by T6
Yendor, as a number of forummers are getting their plugs installed at this Sun's meet-up, can I suggest some sort of time schedule so that there is no chaos and forummers dun get frustrated waiting for their turn etc. I will get the ball rolling by indicating that I can be there at 4.30pm. I have a strut bar in the engine bay. Hope that will not pose a problem

Status correct as at 24th Aug 0830hrs

After sorting out the orders and fittment, I think the following cars are still outstanding:

1. Jaskin 4 pcs (maybe just collect)
2. T6 6 pcs (fitting at 4.30pm Sun)
3. Eggz 6 pcs (fitting)
4. Piggyboyz 6pcs (collect)
5. Mercuryz 4 pcs (fitting earlier)
6. yendo_song 6 pcs
7. Liverpudlian 6 pcs (done)
8. Azriel_sc 6 pcs (fitting)
9. Nexus 6 pcs (done)
10. Yfong 6 pcs
11. Calvin 4 pcs (fitting)
12. Subzero 6 pcs (done)
13. Rex7_vtec 6 pcs
14. Silver 31 6 pcs (7ZC not in stock yet)
15. Wisky_Tango 4 pcs (8ZX not in stock yet)
16. rodders 4pcs (fitting)
17. ykh1 6 pcs (fitting)
18. marc 6 pcs (fitting)


Timing:

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.30pm
2. rodders Rodney. 4pcs (Fitting) 4.45pm
3. WT 4 pcs (fitting) 5pm
4. marc 6 pcs (fitting) 5.15pm

 

[T6]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

I will shift my slot to 4pm since Yendor coming at 4pm so that I can free-up a 4.25pm slot for another forummer!


1. Jaskin 4 pcs (maybe just collect)
2. T6 6 pcs (fitting at 4.00pm Sun)
3. Eggz 6 pcs (fitting)
4. Piggyboyz 6pcs (collect)
5. Mercuryz 4 pcs (fitting earlier)
6. yendo_song 6 pcs
7. Liverpudlian 6 pcs (done)
8. Azriel_sc 6 pcs (fitting)
9. Nexus 6 pcs (done)
10. Yfong 6 pcs
11. Calvin 4 pcs (fitting)
12. Subzero 6 pcs (done)
13. Rex7_vtec 6 pcs
14. Silver 31 6 pcs (7ZC not in stock yet)
15. Wisky_Tango 4 pcs (8ZX not in stock yet)
16. rodders 4pcs (fitting)
17. ykh1 6 pcs (fitting)
18. marc 6 pcs (fitting)


Timing:

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.00pm
2. [Available] 4.25pm
2. rodders Rodney. 4pcs (Fitting) 4.45pm
3. WT 4 pcs (fitting) 5pm
4. marc 6 pcs (fitting) 5.15pm

 

[eggz]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

I will shift my slot to 4pm since Yendor coming at 4pm so that I can free-up a 4.25pm slot for another forummer!


1. Jaskin 4 pcs (maybe just collect)
2. T6 6 pcs (fitting at 4.00pm Sun)
3. Eggz 6 pcs (fitting)
4. Piggyboyz 6pcs (collect)
5. Mercuryz 4 pcs (fitting earlier)
6. yendo_song 6 pcs
7. Liverpudlian 6 pcs (done)
8. Azriel_sc 6 pcs (fitting)
9. Nexus 6 pcs (done)
10. Yfong 6 pcs
11. Calvin 4 pcs (fitting)
12. Subzero 6 pcs (done)
13. Rex7_vtec 6 pcs
14. Silver 31 6 pcs (7ZC not in stock yet)
15. Wisky_Tango 4 pcs (8ZX not in stock yet)
16. rodders 4pcs (fitting)
17. ykh1 6 pcs (fitting)
18. marc 6 pcs (fitting)


Timing:

1. T6 Andy. 6pcs (Fitting) 4.00pm
2. eggz Eugene (Fitting) 4.25pm
2. rodders Rodney. 4pcs (Fitting) 4.45pm
3. WT 4 pcs (fitting) 5pm
4. marc 6 pcs (fitting) 5.15pm


Thanks Andy, I'll take the 4:25pm then

 

[totoseow]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

hi all, no my civic friend took that post off their forum for me to hv a look. i will nevertheless tell him about the warranty that UM2 stand by. thank you. CP did tell me honestly that jap cars may hv problems with the gapping.

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

hi all, no my civic friend took that post off their forum for me to hv a look. i will nevertheless tell him about the warranty that UM2 stand by. thank you. CP did tell me honestly that jap cars may hv problems with the gapping.

Thanks toto. i do hope that the air gets cleared. catch up with me this sunday. There is more.

thanks again.

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

while we are at it. i just collected 1 box of 6zx plugs from UM2 today. CP said some of you may want for 2nd car.

Any takers?

cheers

 

[ED520]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

is it the gap 1.1 ones?

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Yes bro, they are the 1.1mm gap ones.

is it the gap 1.1 ones?

 

[eggz]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Can someone explain "gap" or "gapping" in relation to spark plugs?

thanks in advance!

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Gapping refers to the physical space between the points where the spark jumps across. Large gaps allow for larger flame fronts. The problem with large gaps is that the ionisation voltage rises and the ignition coil may not be able to generate sufficient VOLTAGE to ionise the gasses. Small gaps and the flame front decreases but the spark current increases.

Finding the optimum gap is a fine balance that seeks to have as large a gap as possible while still maintaining firing stability.

Cheers

 

[carpolishservice]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

hi bro,

can reserve a set for me? e46. 320i...6pcs...but not sure which model is suitable (7zx-11?) i am relatively new to this forum and do not know anyone so i did not add my name to the listing...i live around cck so i can drop by your shop next week....thanks

my mobile: 9791-3070

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Sure Bro. not a problem. You can drop by the Meetup or during the week,

Cheers

 

[ykh1]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Hi yendor,
Just wonder wat time did UM2 open???? Cos today I try to call them the whole morning, no answer at all. AT the end I do drive dwn to the workshop at Kranji, but saw the door is close.

And pls advise which spark plugs should i get for my 320i(2003 model), the 7zx-11 or 7zx-08 or 6zx-11?????

Thank u. :whatthe:

 

[yendor]

Re: Volker Racing Spark Plugs

Ha ha.. i know why CP open late.... One Man Operation had to deliver oil...

Usually open at 1030am. If you can make it today at about 5.30pm, i'll be there.

You use the same plugs as me. 7ZX-08. The difference between the -08 and -11 is the gap size and that can be readjusted. So no worries. Just worry about the 7zx or 6zx number.

Cheers