Spark plugs!
08-23-2011, 07:19 PM
#1
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Spark plugs!
So after some searching (& just recently changing the plugs on my buddies car), i've decided to bite the bullet & change mine. I've gotten it down to the HT1s or the Champions 7989 (is that right?) but leaning towards Champion for the 1 piece design. My question is, who has the lowest prices on these plugs? I wish AM carried them but of course that's a no go. Thanks in advance!
Also car has 75xxx on it so wish me luck
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Also car has 75xxx on it so wish me luck
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08-23-2011, 07:47 PM
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Be careful, with that many miles and if they've never been cracked, they may be seized to the head. There is a procedure on how to back them out slowly..1/4 turn then back , then 1/2 turn etc. etc. If one breaks off inside the head you'll have to take the head off the engine and bring it to be machined out! Way more PITA factor -
Ouch
Ouch
08-23-2011, 08:03 PM
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Be careful, with that many miles and if they've never been cracked, they may be seized to the head. There is a procedure on how to back them out slowly..1/4 turn then back , then 1/2 turn etc. etc. If one breaks off inside the head you'll have to take the head off the engine and bring it to be machined out! Way more PITA factor -
Ouch
Ouch
And about the NGKs, I haven't seen too many reviews for them on our GT's but i'll look into it. Still leaning towards the Champions though.
08-23-2011, 08:08 PM
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Yes good luck! Our 05 GT only has 29K so almost time for cracking here too, but 75K miles? Have they ever been cracked? Also it's best to put some anti-seize when installing the new ones, that will prevent this whole scenario. I've heard that Ford puts nothing at all on them thus the possible seizing..
08-23-2011, 08:26 PM
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All the best and good luck my friend!
After you get the plugs out
I'd put some anti seize on the Champions WHERE the TSB says to do it.
Make sure to pay attention to that part and don't put it on any other part of the plug. That way next go round not only will they not break because of the one piece design, but they will come out easier.
After you get the plugs out
I'd put some anti seize on the Champions WHERE the TSB says to do it.
Make sure to pay attention to that part and don't put it on any other part of the plug. That way next go round not only will they not break because of the one piece design, but they will come out easier.
08-23-2011, 08:37 PM
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All the best and good luck my friend!
After you get the plugs out
I'd put some anti seize on the Champions WHERE the TSB says to do it.
Make sure to pay attention to that part and don't put it on any other part of the plug. That way next go round not only will they not break because of the one piece design, but they will come out easier.
After you get the plugs out
I'd put some anti seize on the Champions WHERE the TSB says to do it.
Make sure to pay attention to that part and don't put it on any other part of the plug. That way next go round not only will they not break because of the one piece design, but they will come out easier.
. Where is everybody buying their plugs from? I'm going to check locally tomorrow but if I can get them cheaper online that'd be awesome.
08-23-2011, 08:40 PM
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Yes good luck! Our 05 GT only has 29K so almost time for cracking here too, but 75K miles? Have they ever been cracked? Also it's best to put some anti-seize when installing the new ones, that will prevent this whole scenario. I've heard that Ford puts nothing at all on them thus the possible seizing..
