2000 4.2 v6 problem

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Apr 21, 2006 | 11:09 AM

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fromme87

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no i cant say that i have replaced that. How much are they? and how easy are they to replace? i noticed that you can only get them through ford is what o rielly auto said.

Apr 23, 2006 | 08:35 AM

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nascar88ford

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I'm not sure. I remember that ratstang said that his truck had a problem with the switches. Just wondering if anyone has replaced them.
-Matt

Jun 8, 2006 | 11:50 PM

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I went back to the local mechanic and he hooked the computer to it and it turns out that there was ANOTHER CRACKED SPARK PLUG! So he put another one in it (another $40 and brings me to over $200 spent and no problem fixed). After the cracked spark plug is replaced it runs good for about 5 or 6 days and it starts skipping and gets worst. Still no "Service Engine Soon" light and the bulb works. No codes. What can cause spark plugs to keep cracking? It is the ones that are listed to be on it(Autolite Platnium). And no water hits them when they are hot. CAN ANYONE HELP ME? Thanks.
-Matt

Jun 9, 2006 | 07:34 AM

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HomerWinzlow

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Is it the same plug in the same hole? Either defective run of plugs (try some motorcraft plugs) or a defective mechanic (cracking them on installation)

Jul 17, 2006 | 02:12 PM

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LONG-TERM UPDATE: I put some motorcraft plugs in my truck about three weeks ago and I haven't had any problems yet. I will keep my fingers crossed! I guess it was the Autolite plugs. BUY MOTORCRAFT. I know some truck guys that won't even go to Advance or any auto parts stores, they go straight to a Ford dealership. Thanks for all your help.
-Matt