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Old Feb 6, 2020 | 08:09 PM
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Spark plugs

While working on my moms broken egr pipe, I decided to pull the spark plugs, good thing I did, what do you recommend for plug brand/ type? This is '86 5.0 Eddie Bauer 4x4, 145,000 miles, she is original owner.


Unreal! Yes that electrode came out with the boot.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2020 | 10:37 PM
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These SBF really like a good old copper plug. RockAuto have Motorcraft SP450A for $1.62.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2020 | 10:59 PM
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Thanks. Should I also replace the wires? They look to be in good shape.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2020 | 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Rod Jr.
Thanks. Should I also replace the wires?
Yes you should


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They look to be in good shape.
Looks can be deceiving. Spark plug wires are routine maintenance items, replace them.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2020 | 12:51 PM
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replace with stock - the autolites lasted for the last 35 years - hopefully the next set wont have to - but looks like they can if they need to
 
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Old Feb 8, 2020 | 10:12 AM
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Do a full tune up with Autolites / Motorcraft parts
 
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Yep. I just did the same on mine a week ago. Autolites with Motorcraft cap, rotor, wires and coil. It idles so much smoother now!





It was definitely time!
 
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Old Feb 10, 2020 | 06:27 PM
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Went with the Autolite 24's, runs good now.
 
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