Because Honda was putting platinum plugs in 91-95 Legends, and they said to
replace them at 60k. The only reason they would suggest 105,00 is to keep
up with the "100,000 mile tune-up" fad.

"TL" <tlehman@visi.com> wrote in message
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> Why would you say that? A number of manufacturers including Honda now
> say to replace the plugs are 100K (actually my new Accord says 110K).
> On what basis do you say replace them earlier?
>
> On Thu, 07 Aug 2003 15:12:24 GMT, "Kevin Torkelson"
> <kgtorkelson@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
> >With the new plug that they put in cars today they last a long time. I
> >don't think 100,000 miles. $17.00 is a bit steep for any plug including
> >Platinum. I say them selling for $5.00 around town and they are
considered
> >the best. Go to a local repair shop and have them installed when the
time
> >comes.
> >
> >
> >"2000AccordLX" <news@bigtom.com> wrote in message
> >news:jdadna_mcux6wayiXTWJlg@comcast.com...
> >> How often should you change your spark plugs, I have a 2000 honda
Accord.
> >> I still have the orignal plugs in. The Honda Parts Dealer told me that
you
> >> don't have to replace them till 100,000 miles. he also said that the
> >> Platinum Plugs are $17.00 each, Can anyone concur?
> >>
> >>
> >
>