Will spark plugs eventually be replaced by other ignition technologies?

Clearing a Fouled Spark Plug. Featuring Bob Nardiello. Subscriber question: "What is the most likely cause of a bad magneto check during run-up (too large a ... Jun 6, 2011 ... Usually fouling is caused by too rich a mixture or weak spark, afaik. I think getting the right adjustments on the carbs, ensuring the proper amount of spark. Feb 10, 2025 ... If the spark plugs have a matte black or grey appearance, it could be carbon fouling — something typically caused by a fuel mixture that is too ... Oct 12, 2021 ... If the black soot is 'dry', it's a fuel-rich condition in the absence of (significant amounts of) oil entering into the cylinder. Carbon fouling is an indication of a rich air-fuel mixture, weak ignition, or improper heat range (too cold). Carbon deposits are conductive and can create a ... Nov 28, 2022 ... I just changed my own spark plugs, and it seems they are Carbon fouled. ... I don't think the condition on these plugs would cause any harm to the ... Mar 8, 2012 ... I just thought it was running too rich and causing the carbon buildup on the plugs and then they couldn't ignite the fuel mixture anymore after ... Jan 26, 2009 ... * Carbon fouling: Your spark plug will have a black look, and will ... The cause of this type of foul could be caused by a number of ... ... spark plug because the exhaust smelled quite rich. The plug (original Bosch WR7 DDC4 with two earth points) was heavily fouled with carbon. I cleaned it up ... Jan 9, 2006 ... You could end up with a large amount of carbon ... improper jetting, wrong plug, dirty air filter, low compression, poor fuel, weak spark.