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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 03:14 PM
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throttle body replacement question

ok, i just dropped 300 on having the number 8 coil pack and plug replaced. the dealer recommended going ahead with changing the other 7 plugs, but i cant afford it. he also said something to the effect that my throttle body had a flat spot and needed replacing at the cost of 595.

that being said, how easy is it to replace a throttle body with a new stock one, and are aftermarket throttle bodies worth it?
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 04:56 PM
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for $595 I'd get a 75mm TB, ported elbow but then again I dunno what truck or engine you have so I can't offer good advice
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by tarajerame
for $595 I'd get a 75mm TB, ported elbow but then again I dunno what truck or engine you have so I can't offer good advice
sorry. 2004 fx4, 5.4 engine.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 10:40 PM
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for $595 I'd get a 75mm TB, ported elbow but then again I dunno what truck or engine you have so I can't offer good advice
i just bought the 80 mm BBK, but i keep hearing about the ported elbow, is that something people are just doing onthere own or can you buy it?? i havent done any serious research
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 01:14 PM
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If u have 5.4 go with aftermarket but if not the just stick with stock put seems little high for stock throttlebody.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 02:57 PM
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If u have 5.4 go with aftermarket but if not the just stick with stock put seems little high for stock throttlebody.
That is high considering i got the 80mm for around $300. Iwouldn't be surprised if you could find one cheaper either.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 03:12 PM
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2004, 5.4 engine.
if you upgrade to a larger TB you'll need to have it tuned and I believe that the Tb bolts right to the top of the intake so no elbow to port
 
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