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Oct 31, 2009 16:47:55 GMT -5
Post by Scott on Oct 31, 2009 16:47:55 GMT -5
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Oct 31, 2009 17:11:56 GMT -5
Post by Carl McFly on Oct 31, 2009 17:11:56 GMT -5
Here's a link that I use to read plugs.... www.nightrider.com/biketech/spkplghnbook.htmLooks like # 3 and 4 have ash deposits. Not bad but like you said, they're only a couple months old. If they are ash deposits...., well, you can see what that web site says about that. |
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Oct 31, 2009 19:39:53 GMT -5
Post by ZAEDOCK on Oct 31, 2009 19:39:53 GMT -5
Even with the ash, those plugs shouldn't cause a skip. Check compression. If cyl 4 is low, pump some oil in and see if it goes up. If it doesn't, it's a valve issue. I recommend picking up some AutoRX www.auto-rx.com/ which will help clean the ring packs and condition the valve seals. It's NOT a snake oil. I've used it with great results and it is very highly regarded on an oil forum I am on. It cleans during your normal oil change interval. Then you run a "rinse" phase of a couple thousand miles. When your done, your filter will feel like a brick with all the doo-dee. |
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Oct 31, 2009 23:15:27 GMT -5
Post by Scott on Oct 31, 2009 23:15:27 GMT -5
Do any stores carry it or is only on line? I also noticed a lot of the vacuum line elbows are dry roted, where can i get those? |
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Nov 1, 2009 7:41:11 GMT -5
Post by ZAEDOCK on Nov 1, 2009 7:41:11 GMT -5
AutoRX is sold online only. The last time I bought, I ordered 3 bottles at once to save some $.
When I replace vacuum elbows/line, I usually go to NAPA. Advance or Auto Zone don't seem to carry the "intricate" automotive needs. Consumer Auto Parts is a good source too.
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Nov 1, 2009 8:17:16 GMT -5
Post by DOUG® on Nov 1, 2009 8:17:16 GMT -5
Throw those Autolites away...if it's an older 4.0 go get some Champions, if it's newer (2003 and up) buy some Denzo plugs. These are what came from the factory.
I'm a big believer in replacing maintenance items with what came when new. Motorcraft in a Ford, Delco in a GM, etc...
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Nov 1, 2009 11:06:22 GMT -5
Post by Jon W on Nov 1, 2009 11:06:22 GMT -5
Here's a link that I use to read plugs.... www.nightrider.com/biketech/spkplghnbook.htmLooks like # 3 and 4 have ash deposits. Not bad but like you said, they're only a couple months old. If they are ash deposits...., well, you can see what that web site says about that. That link has nice info... Thanks Carl. I've hunted it down before, but now I've book marked it. JW |
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