Does the Racechip require the HKS plugs

[BrianSTINGER2022]

Does the Racechip require the HKS plugs as well?

@RaceChip

 

[Duce_13]

No it is designed for stock cars.

 

[RaceChip]

No it is designed for stock cars.

Exactly

 

[RaceChip]

We saw the first issue of a RaceChip customer (91 octane in mapping 5). In % compared to our customer base this is a very low number. However, we want our customers to be completely safe, so we are now re-evaluating the recommendation whether we suggest re-gapping spark plugs: Spark Plug Advice

This does not change the fact, that our tuning is developed for stock cars. The Kia Stinger in stock condition just has sometimes issues when running on bad fuel quality. So, please either use high-quality fuel or a low RaceChip mapping or re-gap your spark plugs.

 

[Richard Smith]

We saw the first issue of a RaceChip customer (91 octane in mapping 5). In % compared to our customer base this is a very low number. However, we want our customers to be completely safe, so we are now re-evaluating the recommendation whether we suggest re-gapping spark plugs: Spark Plug Advice

This does not change the fact, that our tuning is developed for stock cars. The Kia Stinger in stock condition just has sometimes issues when running on bad fuel quality. So, please either use high-quality fuel or a low RaceChip mapping or re-gap your spark plugs.

Sir, what is the recommendation of fuel type and I am assuming 93 octane or higher is the recommendation.

 

[Tonkabob]

From what i have seen the recomended octane for 5 or sport is 91 octane and race or 7 is 93 octane .

 

[David Burdette]

If all I have access to at the pump is 91, is there an otc additive that actually boosts octane in a measurable number?

 

[RaceChip]

In general, 93 is always better than 91
Moreover, re-gapping your spark plugs or replacing them by performance spark plugs is beneficial.

If you don't have access to 93 octane, please re-gap your spark plugs or get performance spark plugs or alternatively stay in the low mappings and do not use the settings 6 and 7.

 

[BSTUNG]

Called NGK in Michigan Thursay and the stock SIL Ngk plug is made for GDI motors only. They presently have no cross overs for GDI. Are the HKS plugs made for GDI motors? I'm in Arizona and 91 is all we get. Had 650 horse Mustang and ran Torco Accelerater for safety in high ambient temps. What is your option of this additive? Purchased a Lap 3 but you can't tell me that one tune fits all Kias. You are number one on the list. Going in Tusday for all new plugs and coils. Kia is really trying to fix this problem (Hope they will gap at .028 not .036) More info to follow at visit to Kia. Kia Corp is really trying to take care of this NEW type of buyer.

 

[Rango]

In general, 93 is always better than 91
Moreover, re-gapping your spark plugs or replacing them by performance spark plugs is beneficial.

If you don't have access to 93 octane, please re-gap your spark plugs or get performance spark plugs or alternatively stay in the low mappings and do not use the settings 6 and 7.

I thought even running 93 octane, it is best to regap also. ???

 

[Kazz]

I thought even running 93 octane, it is best to regap also. ???

Best? Yes.
Required? No.

 

[4wheelpilot]

Best? Yes.
Required? No.

What are the possible drawbacks to not re gapping the spark plugs?

 

[Kamauxx]

What are the possible drawbacks to not re gapping the spark plugs?

You need to re-gap the plugs.

Every tune/chip (including two individuals using RaceChip) has had reports if issues when running stock plugs.

The plugs can crack/break and/or the coils can be damaged.

It isn't a matter of "if" but "when".

 

[4wheelpilot]

You need to re-gap the plugs.

Every tune/chip (including two individuals using RaceChip) has had reports if issues when running stock plugs.

The plugs can crack/break and/or the coils can be damaged.

It isn't a matter of "if" but "when".

A follow up to your great answer...so it it possible and preferred to re gap oem plugs or get new plugs?
And there seems to be a difference of opinion about new plugs...a cooler plug like HKS M4iL
or a stock heat range 7 plug?

Thanks again

 

[Kamauxx]

A follow up to your great answer...so it it possible and preferred to re gap oem plugs or get new plugs?
And there seems to be a difference of opinion about new plugs...a cooler plug like HKS M4iL
or a stock heat range 7 plug?

Thanks again

Re-gapping the stock plugs is fine. As far as the discussion between different aftermarket plugs I'm really unsure.

 

[StingerGTT]

In general, 93 is always better than 91
Moreover, re-gapping your spark plugs or replacing them by performance spark plugs is beneficial.

If you don't have access to 93 octane, please re-gap your spark plugs or get performance spark plugs or alternatively stay in the low mappings and do not use the settings 6 and 7.

I have a very important question about this product! does it currently have the ability to REMOVE the speed limiter of the stinger if not will it be coming in the future?

 

[Duce_13]

I have a very important question about this product! does it currently have the ability to REMOVE the speed limiter of the stinger if not will it be coming in the future?

No and No. It doesn't change the ECU.

 

[Jon Boy]

I reached out to racechip last week and they said that there is no need to regap the plugs. I’m running 93 here and will be installing the black today- stay tuned

 

[KLR STINGER]

I reached out to racechip last week and they said that there is no need to regap the plugs. I’m running 93 here and will be installing the black today- stay tuned

This has been discussed over and over. Stock plugs do not have an appropriate gap for higher boost operation. Hell it's to big for stock in my opinion. Regardless of fuel used, you will experience blow out under load. Ignore what they said, and read the multiple posts from people who have had issues and corrected them by regapping plugs.

 

[Kamauxx]

I reached out to racechip last week and they said that there is no need to regap the plugs. I’m running 93 here and will be installing the black today- stay tuned

Seriously man, do what @KLR STINGER says.

There was just a post last week from someone running RaceChip with stock gapped plugs. He pulled his plugs to upgrade to a different brand and noted several of them were cracked.

RaceChip is providing bad guidance.