Why is my lawn mower spark plug wet?

Electrodes that have been worn thin are a sign of overheating, often caused by too much ethanol in the gas. If your plug has wet, oily deposits, it's time to take the mower in for servicing, because oil is leaking into the combustion chamber where it shouldn't be.

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Also question is, can gas affect spark plugs?

Poor Quality Fuel

Using the wrong fuel in your vehicle can damage the spark plugs. Bad fuel can detonate or break the white ceramic insulator on the top of the spark plug. It can also melt the plug terminals, increasing the temperature inside the engine and potentially causing pistons to melt.

Moreover, how do you tell if a spark plug is bad in a mower?

Here's How to Know if a Lawn Mower Spark Plug is Bad

1. You can't get the engine to fire up at all.
2. You have to tug extra hard for longer than usual on the rewind.
3. Your lawn mower loses power while moving.
4. The gas runs out quicker than it used to.

What does a wet spark plug indicate?

Wet. A wet spark plug can be the result of the engine flooding. Flooding is what happens when you try to start the engine several times without it firing up. You can clean the spark plugs or you can just wait for them to dry out.

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How do I know if my spark plugs need changing?

1. Rattling, pinging or “knock”-like noises. When spark plugs begin to misfire, you may notice unusual noises from the force of the pistons and combustion not working properly. ...
2. Hard vehicle start. ...
3. Reduced performance. ...
4. Poor fuel economy.

What can I use to clean my spark plugs?

Which spark plugs are best for fuel economy?

• #1 – NGK G-Power Spark Plugs.
• #2 – NGK Iridium IX Spark Plugs.
• #3 – Bosch Double Platinum Spark Plugs.
• #4 – Denso Platinum TT Spark Plugs.
• #5 – Motorcraft Platinum Spark Plugs.