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Spark plug change - 1/30/2008 4:33:57 AM

loomis

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My '01 V-10 Supercab has 99k miles now and is approaching the recomended spark plug change interval. I am concerned about plug blow-out after the change. Any tips/tech information on how to change the plugs and prevent this problem would be appreciated.

Should I even change the plugs now? This truck runs great and gets relatively good fuel economy for a big 4x4--13.5-15.5 mpg. and has no miss or start problems.

Also, does one replacement plug perform better than the others? My primary interest is fuel economy, I seldom use all the power this thing makes!

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RE: Spark plug change - 1/30/2008 7:16:52 AM

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let me know also

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RE: Spark plug change - 1/31/2008 7:20:28 PM

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#!. DO NOT USE BOSCH SPARK PLUGS!!!!!!!

#2 Blow any dust or debris out of the plug cavities BEFORE removing the spark plugs

#3. Use a quality anti-seize compound on the plug threads, just a little, don't overdue it

#4. Torque the spark plugs to Ford specs.

#5. Pray to the spark plug Gods

#6. DO NOT USE BOSCH SPARK PLUGS!!!!!

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RE: Spark plug change - 8/3/2008 1:15:09 PM

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why not bosch? i just bought the bosch iridiums, and have not put them in......

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RE: Spark plug change - 8/4/2008 10:35:23 AM

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The Bosch plugs with the mutiple ground electrodes causes problems with Ford''s computer controled electronic ignition. I don''t see any problems using Bosch single grounding electrode plugs. I wouldn''t wait 100k next time to change them out, maybe 30 to 40k.

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RE: Spark plug change - 8/4/2008 7:13:13 PM

resse13

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well that sux. i just installed a set of bosch fusion. took forever. i hope i dont have any issues......

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2003 F250 SD. x cab 5.4L automatic
flowmaster 70 series exhaust, high flow cat.
k&n cold air kit, with airraid throttle body spacer.
315/75/r16 bf goodrich tires

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RE: Spark plug change - 8/8/2008 5:36:05 PM

resse13

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so far so good. noticed alot more pep, and better milage.....

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2003 F250 SD. x cab 5.4L automatic
flowmaster 70 series exhaust, high flow cat.
k&n cold air kit, with airraid throttle body spacer.
315/75/r16 bf goodrich tires

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RE: Spark plug change - 9/6/2008 7:24:56 AM

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I have an 04 250 and I actually had a plug blow off my truck yesterday. I had a noise that started like a ticking, lifter noise or small exhaust leak or so I thought. I was on my way to work and POP!!! thought I snapped a rod but had it towed to my trusty garage and sure enough blew #7 third one back on the passenger side. which come to find out my mechanic friend has done about 35 of them!!!! I would do them at 100000miles and I am pretty sure the torque specs are 11lbs but after you change them give it 2 weeks and check them again. a lot of times they are over tightened and it is only and aluminum block, so the threads strip out. GOOD LUCK and GAS ON!!!

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