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Aug 13, 2002 | 03:40 PM

calidave

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tune-up

I have owned my 2001 Screw for about a year now and its time for a tune-up.This is my first encounter with a modular V-8 and I was wondering if anyone has encountered any difficulties performing a tune-up on their trucks. Once I realized that the engine doesn't use spark plug wires I've become concerned about damaging the engine if I did the tune-up my self. I would really appreciate some feedback so that I can decide whether to do it myself or take it to the dealership to get it done.

Aug 14, 2002 | 11:21 AM

70f100longbed

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How many miles you have? That engine has 100K plugs from the factory. Unless its skipping I wouldn't change them. The back 2 can be a pain

Aug 15, 2002 | 01:23 PM

calidave

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It has 45K miles but I'm not getting the same type of acceleration I was getting when I first got the truck. Also, I've been taking the truck on long trips lately and it just feels like its time for a tune-up.