E3 Spark Plugs
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If you have a 2008 5.4 3v its more than likely that you have the redesigned heads that don't take the plugs that have the heat shield.
Just sayin ya know..........
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If you have the brown cop boots then you can't use the e3.70
Last edited by 88racing; 10-18-2010 at 06:32 PM.
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already checked the boots... not brown. wish they were!
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Champions- There's been to many bad happenings amongst boards. Some have reported -"No Problems" (so far).
From Mustang Racing (4.6L 3V list) (5.4L P#'s are dif) - NA/High boost/Nitro at the bottom. The plugs -
HOT PLUGS HT1
Autolite HT HT1 Gap .045" $10.86
Champion 7989 Gap .045" $16.23
Denso PT16EPR-L13 Gap .035" $6.82
Brisk Silver Racing Spark Plug (One Piece) 3VR17YS Gap .035" - stock and light modified $16.82
Brisk Silver Racing Spark Plug (One Piece) 3VR14S Gap .035" - light modified and modified
Motorcraft SP462 Gap .054" $21.92
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Cooler Plugs HT0
Ford Racing FMS-M12405-3V0 $17.30
Autolite Cool Plugs HT0
Brisk Silver Racing Spark Plug (One Piece) 3VR12S Gap .035" - high boost and/or heavy nitrous
Brisk Silver Racing Spark Plug (One Piece) 3VR10S Gap .035" - extreme power applications - JPC performance 8sec. Mustang 1000+RWHP (high boost and nitrous)
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Good/bad reports, - out there, but vary. To be completely fair about the E3 - it has yet to be determined (it's a newer part).
The info above will help in your search. For your particular engine, use plug name and you can further your search, for your own determinations.
Take Care.
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Most places have Motorcrafts' OEM replacement | SP-515 | for around $12.99 (MSRP, aka cost at most dealerships, is $25.89). I've seen them range from $10-$20. A set of plugs alone at $104 is expensive to me if you consider the cost of "normal" spark plugs! That being said, SP-515 are double platinum (I've generally seen considered the "direct" OEM replacement), but you can get SP-507 (regular platinum) for less.
Something to remember is the 5.4L 3V is very "special" and takes a unique plug that not many companies want to spend development resources on for only 1 engine. That's why they cost more than a typical "off-the-shelf" plug that can be used on a range of engines.
For reference, here's a JEGS pricing comparison:
- E3.70 : $5.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-515 : $16.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-507 : $7.99 ea
I'm preparing to do my change at 78k in my 05 5.4 since I have a nasty misfire under "hard" acceleration (on-ramps, etc.). I'm waiting for my tank with seafoam to run out, then I'll start the long process of PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, repeat. Now I'm just trying to decide whether to get the E3.70 or SP-515.
Something to remember is the 5.4L 3V is very "special" and takes a unique plug that not many companies want to spend development resources on for only 1 engine. That's why they cost more than a typical "off-the-shelf" plug that can be used on a range of engines.
For reference, here's a JEGS pricing comparison:
- E3.70 : $5.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-515 : $16.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-507 : $7.99 ea
I'm preparing to do my change at 78k in my 05 5.4 since I have a nasty misfire under "hard" acceleration (on-ramps, etc.). I'm waiting for my tank with seafoam to run out, then I'll start the long process of PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, repeat. Now I'm just trying to decide whether to get the E3.70 or SP-515.
Last edited by krebs640; 11-16-2010 at 10:11 AM. Reason: Add price comparison
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Most places have Motorcrafts' OEM replacement | SP-515 | for around $12.99 (MSRP, aka cost at most dealerships, is $25.89). I've seen them range from $10-$20. A set of plugs alone at $104 is expensive to me if you consider the cost of "normal" spark plugs! That being said, SP-515 are double platinum (I've generally seen considered the "direct" OEM replacement), but you can get SP-507 (regular platinum) for less.
Something to remember is the 5.4L 3V is very "special" and takes a unique plug that not many companies want to spend development resources on for only 1 engine. That's why they cost more than a typical "off-the-shelf" plug that can be used on a range of engines.
For reference, here's a JEGS pricing comparison:
- E3.70 : $5.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-515 : $16.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-507 : $7.99 ea
I'm preparing to do my change at 78k in my 05 5.4 since I have a nasty misfire under "hard" acceleration (on-ramps, etc.). I'm waiting for my tank with seafoam to run out, then I'll start the long process of PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, repeat. Now I'm just trying to decide whether to get the E3.70 or SP-515.
Something to remember is the 5.4L 3V is very "special" and takes a unique plug that not many companies want to spend development resources on for only 1 engine. That's why they cost more than a typical "off-the-shelf" plug that can be used on a range of engines.
For reference, here's a JEGS pricing comparison:
- E3.70 : $5.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-515 : $16.99 ea
- Motorcraft SP-507 : $7.99 ea
I'm preparing to do my change at 78k in my 05 5.4 since I have a nasty misfire under "hard" acceleration (on-ramps, etc.). I'm waiting for my tank with seafoam to run out, then I'll start the long process of PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, PB Blasting, waiting 2 hours, repeat. Now I'm just trying to decide whether to get the E3.70 or SP-515.