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Old 10-13-2006, 08:06 PM
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Default Changing Plugs & Plug Wires (98 GT)

Just picked up the FRPP 9mm Wires and (8) Autolite Platinum's, a gapping tool and some anti seize. I have a complete socket wrench set as well. I've been told it is relatively easy do, but is there a How-To so I don't f*** it up?
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Old 10-13-2006, 08:15 PM
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Well, you already fuked up buying those platinum plugs...
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do one cylinder at a time so you don't mix up the wires. and take off your intake so you have more room. ummmmmmmmmmmm i think thats about it, pretty easy.
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Get the .98 cent autolites...
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Old 10-13-2006, 08:31 PM
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The Autolite Platinums (aka Motorcraft) are the stock plugs for my car. How can I f*** that up?

I was looking for a little more step by step (as in a How To). Anyone else have a little more detail for me? I know i'm a newbie, but daaaamn.
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Old 10-13-2006, 08:38 PM
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Maybe...

http://autorepair.about.com/cs/doity...sparkplugs.htm
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Old 10-13-2006, 08:43 PM
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Thanks Randy,

That's what the f*** i'm talking about.

BTW- Am I incorrect about my stock plugs being the Autolite Platinums?
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Old 10-13-2006, 08:48 PM
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Thanks Randy,

That's what the f*** i'm talking about.

BTW- Am I incorrect about my stock plugs being the Autolite Platinums?
I dont know bro.... if they are OEM i would go for em, but if not, i wouldnt spend the extra money.... but i dont know what OEM is in your case.... [:-]
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Thanks. Heading out to the car now.
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Old 10-14-2006, 06:57 PM
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Took me an hour but everything went smoothly. Here's the kicker: As I was removing the old plugs, I realized I had Platinums on 1-4, and DOUBLE Platinums on 5-8!!!! Anway, they are all now replaced new (Platinums) and the FRPP blue wires look sweet. Hope my car feels better. Who the f*** would put 2 different kinds of plugs in? Could that have caused my misfire?
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