As I watch my odometer near the 50,000 mile mark I am thinking of ways to help my "Sweet Madam Blue"...sorry for the Styx reference...run a little better and a lot longer. I like to hear all of your opions on these type of matters. I want to hear the type of oil and filters you all use. Another thing is the plugs and wires. My dad said to use the Rapidfire plugs, which he said helped a lot with his S-10 Extreme and his Buick Regal as far as gas mileage. Don't judge him on the S-10 thing, he has a '36 Ford truck streetrod in the garage the would have the same effects as Viagra on a person. Please let me know what you all think on these matters as I do value your thoughts. Thanks in advance for any thoughts.

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98 F150 XLT
4.2 V6/5 Speed Trans.

Mods and Upgrades

Pioneer FHP8800 HU
Pioneer TSA6895 Compression horn 6x8's
Pioneer TSA6865
GMX542
MTX Stealth Box w/ 2 8in. subs... mild bass
Compustar SHF-2W-AS
alarm/remote start

Xtang soft cover
Airaid Intake System
Switched the 16 in. XLT
wheels for the 17 in' ORP's
35% Window Tint
Weather Tek Window Visors
(the kind that go in the grooves instead of on the outside)

 

The best way that I've learned is just keep up with maintenance. Has always worked for me. I use the Ford Motorcraft filter. A FL-400S with the anti-drainback valve in it. I also use Advance Auto Parts brand oil. It's cheaper but is the same as Havoline and Motorcraft. As far as plugs, I'm kinda funny about going with anything other than stock unless you're talking about a high performance engine. We already have platinum plugs anyway. Hope this helps.

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1997 XLT Reg. Cab, 4.2L V6, 5spd, Superchipped, '99 Lightning Grill, '99 White Bumper w/Fog Light Kit, K&N Air Filter, Lund Deflector, Dash Mat, Clear Corner Lenses, MagnaFlow Muffler, Hellwig Rear Sway Bar, Edelbrock Shocks, Duraliner, Extang Saber Tonneau, Painted Tailgate Handle, Bell-Tech 2" Rear Drop, Amer. Rac. Atlas Wheels Clad in 275/60/17 Eagle GTII. Likes straightaways, loves twisties.