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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 08:27 AM
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plug wires cap/rotor

Probably going to give my truck a tune up soon. I'm planning on getting the regular Motorcraft copper plugs as they seem to be recommended a lot on here.
But I haven't heard much about what type/brand of plug wires, cap, and rotor are best in these trucks. I'm not for an upgrade from stock. Would there be any reason to go above stock for these things? Or just stay with all motorcraft factory parts?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 12:06 PM
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Stay with the Motorcraft cables and cap, there isn't much gain, unless you enjoy the feel of a thinner wallet.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 04:51 PM
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Thanks Encho, I'll stick with the motorcraft parts.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 08:36 PM
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If incase MSD cap/rotor are cheaper than Motorcraft, they're also pretty good quality. I prefer some MSD parts over Motorcraft parts. Like coils.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 11:10 PM
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MSD, ACCEL, I've heard both good and bad about both lately, I prefer to stick with proven quality.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 11:20 PM
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When I got my truck two years ago I went to a few performance shops and the Ford dealership and asked if the Ford ignition parts were sufficient. All three told me the Ford ignition parts were high quality and none of the aftermarket ignition parts would upgrade the system.
Just my thoughts on the subject.

Dave
 
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Old Jun 4, 2013 | 11:50 PM
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I just did a tune up and the msd cap and rotor were cheaper then motorcraft and they are on par with each other quality wise.
 
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Old Jun 5, 2013 | 03:46 AM
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Personally I'll pass on MSD and stick with Motorcraft ignition parts.
 
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I am running a MSD Blaster coil. It works just fine, but I can say, I am sure the Motorcraft one works just as good if not better. I figured I would give the MSD a shot. Been a year with no issues.

With that said, I am with the majority. Go with good old Motorcraft parts.
 
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I had a MSD coil that only lasted 3 years.
 
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Hell, I still carry my original coil with me just in case...
 
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Hell, I still carry my original coil with me just in case...
Same here...
 
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