time for some engine tune up...

Zatrekaz · February 26th, 2008, 06:18 PM

thanks man

stang300a · February 27th, 2008, 01:21 AM

i just replaced mine a week ago. i got the autolite coppers and msd wires. the car idles better and my mpg went up from 13 to 18. i also sea foamed it too.

Zatrekaz · February 27th, 2008, 01:49 AM

You know, whats the info on Seafoam? How expensive is it and where can I get it? How does it work?

Zatrekaz · February 27th, 2008, 02:00 AM

Ordered:

MSD 8.5mm Ignition Wires
AM V6 CAI
New Plugs

With these replacements, Maybe Seafoam, a Tranny & Oil change, how much difference should I see in my car's performence...

Not Power wise, but just performence?

Trent-04v6 · February 27th, 2008, 03:04 AM

Originally Posted by work_in_progress

what performance can you really see in servicin the tranny
i havent had mine done and i have 180K on the odo
is it really worth it mine seems fine

thats why your tranny is gonna blow on you soon =] good job!

if your religious about servicing the parts on your car you reduce the chances of engine or transmission failure by a huge margin..

Trent-04v6 · February 27th, 2008, 03:06 AM

Originally Posted by Zatrekaz

Ordered:

MSD 8.5mm Ignition Wires
AM V6 CAI
New Plugs

With these replacements, Maybe Seafoam, a Tranny & Oil change, how much difference should I see in my car's performence...

Not Power wise, but just performence?

You may see a small power increase, but other than that you should just take it as peice of mind that your taking care of thousand dollar equipment. You might not notice it now but down the road you will.

acmillr · February 27th, 2008, 07:34 AM

Originally Posted by Zatrekaz

I decided to put some money into tuning up and starting some basic mods on my engine. Here is my list thus far:

CAI:
Mustang V6 Cold Air Intake Kit at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

Spark Plugs:
Bosch Platinum/Iridium +4

Spark Plug Wires:
eBay Motors: 94-96 97-98 FORD MUSTANG V6 8.2mm RED SPARK PLUG WIRES (item 160211069310 end time Feb-28-08 11:07:46 PST)
Would these be good to get? I dont really want to spend $100 for the Livewires.

Change Oil and Filter
Change Fuel Filter

Anymore suggestions?

You should gain about 20 HP............

Cricket · February 27th, 2008, 08:45 AM

you wont see any gains with new wires if you don't upgrade your coil pack. Your coil pack is going to be doing the same thing as it did with the stock wires, and the stock wires can handle the stock coil plugs just fine.

Zatrekaz · February 27th, 2008, 02:14 PM

I dont think it is a 20hp gain...

I will probly get a new coil pack later. Dont have the money to do it after all these purchases.

So, any info on if I should Seafoam and how should I go about it? Would it be worth the time?

stang300a · February 28th, 2008, 01:19 AM

when i use seafoam ill put like 2/3 in gas tank and then ill put the other 1/3 in the crank case and then change the oil in like 30-50 miles. you could also put 1/3 in the pvc valve thing. im just not sure which one it goes in thats why i never do the intake sea foaming, which is the fun one b/c its suppose to smoke up like crazy. hey if anyone can post a pic of our engine with the place circled where to put the seafoam for cleaning the intake i would appreciate it.

Zatrekaz · February 28th, 2008, 06:03 PM

Anyone got some info on where I can get the Seafoam and how/where to use it?

stang300a · February 28th, 2008, 06:30 PM

u can buy seafoam at any auto place like autozone or kragen.

Zatrekaz · February 29th, 2008, 01:55 AM

Alright, sounds good.

Does it come with some instructions or do you have a suggestion on How and Where to use it? Plus waht exactly does it do to the car... sorry for asking so many questions in one thread.

Got my MSD 8.5mm Wires today, gonna install the new plugs and these wires Sat, CAI coming in Tuesday, will be in that night.

Pics coming once its all installed

February 26th, 2008, 06:18 PM	#21
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	thanks man __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 27th, 2008, 01:21 AM	#22
stang300a Regular 2004 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 247 iTrader: 0 reviews	i just replaced mine a week ago. i got the autolite coppers and msd wires. the car idles better and my mpg went up from 13 to 18. i also sea foamed it too. __________________ 2004 Mustang 3.9L V6 with K&N intake, Dual Flowmaster Super 40s, Motoblue 42% Pulley, GT rear sway bar, drilled and slotted rotors, SCT tuner, Black FR500's 17 by 10.5 and 17 by 9, 4.10 motive gears and FRPP T-Lock.

February 27th, 2008, 01:49 AM	#23
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	You know, whats the info on Seafoam? How expensive is it and where can I get it? How does it work? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 27th, 2008, 02:00 AM	#24
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Ordered: MSD 8.5mm Ignition Wires AM V6 CAI New Plugs With these replacements, Maybe Seafoam, a Tranny & Oil change, how much difference should I see in my car's performence... Not Power wise, but just performence? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 27th, 2008, 02:14 PM	#29
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	I dont think it is a 20hp gain... I will probly get a new coil pack later. Dont have the money to do it after all these purchases. So, any info on if I should Seafoam and how should I go about it? Would it be worth the time? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 28th, 2008, 01:19 AM	#30
stang300a Regular 2004 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 247 iTrader: 0 reviews	when i use seafoam ill put like 2/3 in gas tank and then ill put the other 1/3 in the crank case and then change the oil in like 30-50 miles. you could also put 1/3 in the pvc valve thing. im just not sure which one it goes in thats why i never do the intake sea foaming, which is the fun one b/c its suppose to smoke up like crazy. hey if anyone can post a pic of our engine with the place circled where to put the seafoam for cleaning the intake i would appreciate it. __________________ 2004 Mustang 3.9L V6 with K&N intake, Dual Flowmaster Super 40s, Motoblue 42% Pulley, GT rear sway bar, drilled and slotted rotors, SCT tuner, Black FR500's 17 by 10.5 and 17 by 9, 4.10 motive gears and FRPP T-Lock.

February 28th, 2008, 06:03 PM	#31
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Anyone got some info on where I can get the Seafoam and how/where to use it? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

February 28th, 2008, 06:30 PM	#32
stang300a Regular 2004 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 247 iTrader: 0 reviews	u can buy seafoam at any auto place like autozone or kragen. __________________ 2004 Mustang 3.9L V6 with K&N intake, Dual Flowmaster Super 40s, Motoblue 42% Pulley, GT rear sway bar, drilled and slotted rotors, SCT tuner, Black FR500's 17 by 10.5 and 17 by 9, 4.10 motive gears and FRPP T-Lock.

February 29th, 2008, 01:55 AM	#33
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Alright, sounds good. Does it come with some instructions or do you have a suggestion on How and Where to use it? Plus waht exactly does it do to the car... sorry for asking so many questions in one thread. Got my MSD 8.5mm Wires today, gonna install the new plugs and these wires Sat, CAI coming in Tuesday, will be in that night. Pics coming once its all installed __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

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