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Black w/Gray Spark Plug?
First, let me say thanks to our host and all the people on this forum. I just completed my first valve adj. on a 1988 911 3.2 and this forum was a GREAT help along with Wayne's book. Everything went ok, but there is a learning curve on that first try. When I removed the spark plugs after the adj., I found #2 was very black with very small (magnifying glass) specks of grayish pieces and even had a little silver look to them. I ran a compression check, with throttle closed, and it measured 135lbs. The rest of the cylinders averaged between 120 - 130. My question is, could the compression be high because of carbon build-up? And, what about the gray metal specks are they cause for concern. Sorry no digital camera for photos.
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Here's a good summary from the 356 registry:
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Thanks Kenik. I forgot to mention that the other five plugs were white to tan. They looked to be in good shape. The engine has 110,000 miles on it and the valve guides are definitely worn. Engine smokes sometimes on start-up after setting for a few days but does not use/burn oil excessively. I hope that the plug was just fowling out. Thanks again!
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Every 911 I have ever seen kicks out a puff of smoke at startup. Sounds like a small worry. I'd replace the plugs and see if the problem resolves itself.
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