New spark plugs - why didn't I have this done sooner??
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New spark plugs - why didn't I have this done sooner??
I had my mechanic install the new plugs I was going to do myself but decided I might need my back. So, I picked it up tonight. AMAZINGLY better comes to mind. The engine is quieter, smoother, more responsive, sounds healthier, the car is easier to shift smoothly. Someone said it best - transformationally better!
My old plugs only had 20k miles on them, so most would say "why change them"? If you have original plugs, CHANGE THEM (or pay someone to do it)! You will NOT be sorry!
My old plugs only had 20k miles on them, so most would say "why change them"? If you have original plugs, CHANGE THEM (or pay someone to do it)! You will NOT be sorry!
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Did you notice the condition of the plug- gap size, wear of tip? Same plugs?
When I have done plugs on other vehicles, I usually did the air filter at the same time. When the vehicle improved, I was never sure which affected the performance: plugs or clean filter.
When I have done plugs on other vehicles, I usually did the air filter at the same time. When the vehicle improved, I was never sure which affected the performance: plugs or clean filter.
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Make sure you remove the mufflers (do a search for procedure, easy) and you can do the job in under an hour. Also prevents you from damaging the coil packs, which can be costly!
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My mechanic billed me for 2 hours. I was going to do it myself, but figured that it only has to be done once, and I didn't have the desire to get the car up on jacks and fiddle with the mufflers for an entire weekend morning or afternoon.
If you have the time, go for it. You'll like the results!
If you have the time, go for it. You'll like the results!
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what are fister d's?
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