What gasket i needed to replace sparkplugs?

[matthewsimone]

Hi guys im wanting to change my sparkplugs in my 2002 172, now i thing i no what needs to come off to gain access to the plugs but am a little unsure as to whether or not im going to need a new gasket when i put it all back together again and if so does anyone no the name of that gasket or a part number etc any advice would be great cheers again, MATT

 

[Fred@BTM]

you "should" replace the plenum (the bit with Renaultsport on it) to inlet gasket, but most never do, you can get away with it

 

[m4rkie23]

I went to Renault to ask for the plenum gasket as I was removing it to change the plugs, and they looked at me blankly. The Mechanic came out and said "Dont be so silly, you dont need to change it if your just taking it off to change plugs"

Got it greased up before putting it back on.

 

[matthewsimone]

hi again fred so is that gasket called plenum to inlet gasket or something then? and do you think it be ok to not bother with new 1 or should i use a little instant sealer upon reassembly? regards

 

[Fred@BTM]

they only cost about £3 from renault and you should really change it, but if you can be bothered to go all the way to the dealer for a £3 gasket then go for it!

i wouldn't use instant gasket, not needed

 

[matthewsimone]

Cheers il give them a bell in a minute as they only a mile up road from me anyway oh and what plugs would you recomend? are they ngk as standard?

 

[Fred@BTM]

yeah NGK PFR6E-10 (not cheap though) can be had for under £40 off the interweb