SKP SP1001 Spark Plug

SKP SP1001 Iridium Spark Plug

The SKP SP1001 is a spark plug built for specific Ford and Mercury applications that call for a preset gap and iridium-tipped center electrode construction. It combines a copper core with an iridium tip to support consistent ignition performance in the listed vehicles, including Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Mustang, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.

Key Features

• Copper center electrode core material for dependable conductivity
• Iridium center electrode tip material for precise spark delivery
• Preset gap design; do not gap before installation
• Application-specific fitment for select 2005-2008 Ford and Mercury models
• Cross-references Autolite HT1 and Champion Spark Plug 7989

Product Details

SKP SP1001 is a secondary ignition spark plug engineered around an iridium tip and copper core combination. The iridium center electrode tip supports focused spark transfer, while the copper core helps maintain stable electrical flow. This part is listed for select Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Mustang, and Mercury Mountaineer vehicles with notes calling for a black ignition coil boot on certain 2008 applications and a preset gap across all listed fitments. This part cross-references Autolite HT1 and Champion Spark Plug 7989 for the same application.

What This Spark Plug Helps Address

• Misfire conditions related to worn or fouled spark plugs
• Hard starting caused by weak ignition output
• Rough idle from inconsistent spark delivery
• Reduced throttle response from degraded secondary ignition performance
• Maintenance replacement for listed Ford Explorer, Mustang, and Mercury Mountaineer applications

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2008 Ford Explorer, N/A; w/ Black Ignition Coil Boot; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; w/ Black Ignition Coil Boot; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2008 Ford Mustang, N/A; w/ Black Ignition Coil Boot; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; w/ Black Ignition Coil Boot; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2006-2007 Ford Explorer, N/A; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Mustang, N/A; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode
• Fits 2006-2007 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; Do Not Gap, is Preset; 360- Laser-Welded Iridium Tip Center Electrode; Solid Inconel Nickel Bridge Ground Electrode

Quality Assurance

SKP SP1001 is built to match the listed application requirements and interchange references for the specified Ford and Mercury vehicles. Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and ignition boot note before installation to ensure the correct spark plug is selected.