Tune up time

[Grim94GT]

Im gonna be doing a tune up on my car plugs, wires, cap, rotor, and fuel filter. Am I missing anything from the list. Just cleaned the air filter and changed the belt. Any brands to stay away from? Any suggestions for what brand to get? Thanks

 

[Modidy]

fluids and PCV

 

[phantom09086]

Maybe clean the IAC and MAF

 

[DFG_magic]

For plugs i'd do Autolite 25's if you're stock. I run an MSD coil, custom tfi module, and fat wires; timing at 15* so I run the Autolite 24's which are a step colder just to be on the safe side. For some reason my car runs better in warmer temps with the 24's but most people say the 25's are just fine. No platinum needed, just get the coppers. Gap them at .054 . If you can, pick up a Motorcraft cap and rotor. If you can't get your hands on these, make sure you get a "Made in USA" set from your local parts chain. The MSD cap/rotor kit is just fine as well. Motorcraft on the fuel filter while you're at it. Check your timing. 10-14* is safe as long as you're not pinging. Trans and rear diff fluids take very little time to drain and fill so may as well hit that up. Use ATF if you have a T5. Remember to add friction modifier in your diff. Good luck! When dialed in properly, these cars run pretty good!

 

[Grim94GT]

Thanks! Stupid question but how can I tell if I have a T5? and what gear oil weight should I use for the diff? 75w90??

 

[ivan12]

If It's a stock 5 speed you have a T-5

 

[Grim94GT]

Yup stock. Thanks

 

[JJhirsch]

Thanks! Stupid question but how can I tell if I have a T5? and what gear oil weight should I use for the diff? 75w90??

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For plugs i'd do Autolite 25's if you're stock. I run an MSD coil, custom tfi module, and fat wires; timing at 15* so I run the Autolite 24's which are a step colder just to be on the safe side. For some reason my car runs better in warmer temps with the 24's but most people say the 25's are just fine. No platinum needed, just get the coppers. Gap them at .054 . If you can, pick up a Motorcraft cap and rotor. If you can't get your hands on these, make sure you get a "Made in USA" set from your local parts chain. The MSD cap/rotor kit is just fine as well. Motorcraft on the fuel filter while you're at it. Check your timing. 10-14* is safe as long as you're not pinging. Trans and rear diff fluids take very little time to drain and fill so may as well hit that up. Use ATF if you have a T5. Remember to add friction modifier in your diff. Good luck! When dialed in properly, these cars run pretty good!

why would you put ATF in your 5 speed trans?

why not synchromax?

 

[Pure84GTT]

because that's what ford filled them with from the factory

 

[DFG_magic]

^---- Yeah what he said. And yes, 75w90 is correct for your rear differential.