t0mmyr

01 runs good, but it has 115000 miles, what should be done next service? the coil boots are disappearing looks like shocks have never been changed, if i replace boots i have to align? should i put new shocks in too and how much is it gonna cost? do i need to do springs as well?

SoonerFan

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how long have you had it?
how many miles have you put on it?

you need to replace EVERYTHING!!!

t0mmyr

i just got it at 114,000 miles, it still hasnt reached 115,xxx yet. the belt squeaks for 2 seconds when i remote start it in the morning

SilverGLE

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If I didn't know the maintenance history, I'd definitely check the spark plugs, air filter, and oil, and change as necessary. Common problems to look out for would be MAF, ignition coils, and transmission lacking "pull (AT). At least. these are the ones I've experienced, save the alternator/idler pully issue that popped up this morning. Struts would be a good idea, too. And be sure to check the brakes...

PSI240SX

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yea, whenever you dont have any service history, its better to be safe then sorry, replace things as you can afford.

ope2k4

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Spark plugs ASAP I would recommend NGK Iridium. You can buy them for about $43 shipped on ebay. Plus you can install it yourself (check the installation forumns) . I just did mine at 128K miles and I was glad I did.

MIXXMAX

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Wow, $43.00 shipped! I just replaced my plugs a couple of weeks ago and I paid $11.00 a piece (stealership). But, then again, I bought the NGK platinums. How are the Iridiums? Do they perform better than the Platinums?

ope2k4

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Spark plugs are not performance mods they are maintenance mods. I like the Iridiums better but I still cant tell the difference since I just installed them. I notice I have better Idling and a LITTLE better gas mileage. notice the word little in CAPS lol

MIXXMAX

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I understand the plugs aren't performance mods. I was just asking how they were compared to the platinums, meaning can you really tell a difference with them installed. Thanks for your response, though. Maybe, I'll ask at a later time when you get more mileage on them.

ope2k4

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Sure I will give you my feedback soon. I drive about 600 miles every week so I should be able to tell you this week.
One note: The Iridiums are supposed to last longer than the platinums.

t0mmyr

ive gone into the air filter twice since i got it, it still looks new so it was just replaced before i bought the car, the oil seemed clean and right on mark when i checked it and fram oil filter shows no leaks, but what his this transmission lacking pull thing you speak about? i might have that how do u diagnose.


so everyone seems to say get NGK IRIDIUM? i can get ngk's around 1.50 each these are probabaly a little more than the standard but i only need 6, what size do i need? do i have to specify anything

t0mmyr

oh, and if i replace the struts, do they come with new dust boots? or do i need to buy those from the dealer? and should i replace springs too or struts alone will do if springs feel fine right now, i think it's at stock ride height and i have no need to change its configuration

SoonerFan

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boots come with the struts

t0mmyr

can some people recommend good struts too? tokico blue struts look about $95 a peice for fronts and $75 a peice for rear? are these good or are high performance ones better? what about store brand stuts? monroe?

Gapp

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"so everyone seems to say get NGK IRIDIUM? i can get ngk's around 1.50 each "

If so, can you get me 36 of them?

Spartacus2002

My owners manual says 100K (I think). Every time I hear pinging, I run some gas treatment, works great.

t0mmyr

i'll call my part supplier tomorrow when im back at work and ill tell you my actual price, 1.50 is usually price of normal NGKs, i dunno how much iridiums are but we get really great prices, i work at a car dealership

ope2k4

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Everyones' owners manuals say that but believe me I will never ever wait 100K miles to change my spark plugs again. You need to see how shot the NGK double plat. plugs that I took out of my car.
I would recommend every 30K miles even with NGK Iridiums

darrick04

tokico blues are very nice, i notice an extreme difference over OEM struts...
much smoother ride, and hardly any body sway when hitting small bumps in the road! although, tokico has been bought out by another company, not sure who?