ok so i just got my first truck.. 2001 f150 xlt reg cab.. v8 5.4 liter.. its not 4wd and it has a short bed.. has 154,000 miles it was a one owner.. truck looks great for an 01 runs strong to.. i dont kno anything about trucks/cars... i just got the truck a week ago.. so far i only got a new air filter a k&n air filter.. im getting a flowmaster muffler in a few days also cant wait! is there anything else i should do like change spark plugs? the oil still has another 800 miles till its due.. this is all new to me..does it need a tune up ect..also what about perfromance chips? sorry for all the questions i kno one thing im so happy i got a truck!! all i want to do kno is make it better but dont was to sink to much money into her since she has 154,000.. thanks guys

 

For your own peace of mind I would change the plugs when you get a chance. Make sure you use OEM motorcraft sp-479 gaped to .54? If I remember right and do not put anti seize on the threads. Torque to 28ft lbs. Plugs were prone to working loose under factory recommended procedures. Causing them to blow out taking the aluminum threads from the head with them. Something you want to avoid so get that out of the way when you can.

Check to make sure all recalls have been done, especially the cruise control.

Check all other fluids, steering components, brakes, bushings etc for maintenance.

To each his own but magnaflow is a more preferred exhaust than flowmaster.

"Chips" check the chips and tuner section for something that fits your needs.

 

ok.. thanks for getting back man!

 

how much would it cost to get a new muffler put on?? i dont kno ishh about what is good or whats to much..

 

I would ditch the K&N also.. Use the search about them and you might change your mind.