Hello,

I did some quick searching (at work and time was limited), but I am looking for a place to get the correct plugs for my truck for a plug change pretty soon. I am at 22,222 right now, so I wanted to do them at my next oil change I think at 24,000. I was reading about the different heat ranges on the plugs, but since I am not supercharged, just tuned, intake and exhaust, what heat range would be recommended? Could you provide me with a link to where I can buy the plugs for a reasonable price? Should I stick with Motorcraft, or get Autolite?

Also, is everyone use the special tool that I remember being discussed (I think it was just a socket with an extension permanently attached to it??) Could someone provide me with a link to purchase that also? Thanks alot guys!

 

I copied these two websites from other forum members. I have not ordered one or used one so I can't say much about them.

http://www.handsontools.com/store/sh...ct_id=13967386

http://www.nationaltoolwarehouse.com...qx/product.htm

Hope this helps.

Kevin

 

signing on

 

You don't need to buy that tool, a regular 9/16 socket with an extension will work.

My advice, turn the plugs a little and spray a ****load of liquid wrench in there. Let it set over night, then get all of them out, hopefully.

When putting plugs back in, put antisieze on the threads and the shaft that sticks into the head. Put a short vacume hose on the top of the plug and screw into the head by hand untill you cant turn anymore. Then just tighten it up with the 9/16 socket.

Being N/A I don't see a reason you need to change to colder plugs.

Granatelli has a trick coil on connector plug setup. It looks promising. Don't know of anyone who has tried them though.

http://www.granatellimotorsports.com...connectors.htm

 

Thanks so far guys, anyone with links to spark plugs for a good price? Thanks!

 

bump

 

Can I ask a silly question? Why do you want to change your plugs with only 22,000 miles on the clock? Yes, I know leaving plugs in for 100,000 miles (which Ford says they will last) will lead to all sorts of problems, but changing them out this early won't gain you anything. In fact, you run the risk of messing something up by changing them and doing something wrong. Personally, I wouldn't even consider changing plugs until at least 50,000 miles. You might want to talk to a mechanic before you start. I very much doubt you're going to gain anything.

 

 

He's driving an 05 ,too!

 

Simple answer, preventative maintenance. I don't know how long I plan to keep the truck, so whether it be 50k mi, or 150k mi, I would rather not have to deal with breaking all 8 plugs off in the head. My brother is an ASE certified mechanic, and he has done plugs on the f150's before, so he is going to be helping me do them. Also, I know what I am doing pretty much, so not too worried about messing them up. I would be more reluctant to even attempt them if I had 50k on the truck, so I am just going to do it now. I have always gone by the philosphy of never leaving a spark plug in any vehicle for more than 30,000, so why break the habit now? I change my oil at 3,000 religiously, not caring what the ford manuals say.

I am not trying to be snotty here, just answering an honest question. But the purpose of this thread was not to get opinions on whether or not I should change the plugs, but rather where is the cheapest price I can find the Motorcraft plugs at. Whether or not this whole spark plug issue came up would not have affected the mileage at which I changed my plugs.




KoolAid, any response from you will not even be read by me as I have read your ignorant posts in other spark plug threads, so don't even bother.

 

Roboots,
I've sent you a e-mail.
Norm

 

Roboots21,

Nice answer and I see where you're coming from, but... I too believe in preventive maintenance, but on most newer vehicles, many things last longer. I used to change plugs at 15,000 miles - along with a full tune up. I no longer do that because it doesn't gain me anything. I used to change my oil every 3,000 miles. Now I go 7,000 with Mobil 1 and a premium filter. I guess my point is that there is a fine line between preventive maintenance and possibly throwing one's money away. As with many things in life, you get to make your own choice. Enjoy your truck!

 

I think you must have missed all the discussion about the problem with the plugs in our trucks. It seems that they can be difficult to remove and break off in the head, necessatating head removal or a special retrevial tool. The thinking is that they will come out easier with about 30,000 miles as opposed to the 100,000. Do a search on the subject in the 2004-2006 forum. You will find lots of lively reading.

 

bluejay,

No I haven't missed the lively discussion and I agree 100% with it. I wouldn't even think of changing my plugs before 50,000 miles after reading the horror stories. As a friend of mine is fond of saying; " No good deed goes unpunished." I can just see somebody (well meaning) diving in to change plugs this early and ending up with all sorts of collateral damage - for absolutely no gain. On the other hand, he must be waaay past due to change his tires and I'd kind of like to snag them for my truck.

 

This place has the plugs for a decent price. The specialty plug wrench is handy because the extension and socket is one piece but it’s not absolutely necessary to have; it is convenient though

Rock Auto.com