What have you done to your Ecoboosted vehicle today?

SHOdded said:
SHO-Pa said:
Put my chromed FoMoCo 20s on today! They replaced the stock 20s that had some curb rash.
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I agree, they look even better in chrome!  PVD?
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Yes. PVD. I got them from Detroit Wheel and Tire. They came with sensors and Firestone Wide Oval tires all mounted, road force balanced and ready to go. It looks like the lug pockets and back side of the wheels are black chrome which is a nice touch to keep them from looking all grungy over time.

Firestones seem ok for now. Hard to tell after only driving 50 miles or so. Besides, I have to behave myself after buying the wheels!

Thanks for the compliments! :D
 
Nice!  I think Mark (mjhpadi) at one time was considering the Firestones for his next set of tires.  Interested in how they play out for you.
 
Stuck with rental car for a few more days... Monday is the big day..
I will post some pics and vids once I get back in business


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I installed Autolite Iridium XP5263 Plugs which are 1 step colder. Wow. The OEM plugs were gapped at .40-45, as soon as I gapped these bad boys up to .30 and dropped them in the car instantly got back some throttle response. Highly recommend them, plus they're cheap. I paid $30 through Advance Auto Parts using a coupon.
 
Is there a heat range chart we can refer to for the Autolites, Spartn?  TIA.  Seems like the PCM is not infinitely adjustable where spark plug gap is concerned after all.  Many people believe growth in this gap is a-ok and no cause for concern!
 
Windows tinted over the weekend - also wrapping up my custom sub install.  Just needs one more skim coat of body filler and carpet then it's done!
 
How much of a PITA is changing the plugs on this vehicle?  I havent even had the plastic engine cover off mine yet (not even 2k miles on it)
 
J-Will said:
How much of a PITA is changing the plugs on this vehicle?  I havent even had the plastic engine cover off mine yet (not even 2k miles on it)
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Here you go!

http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php?topic=1980.0

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J-Will said:
How much of a PITA is changing the plugs on this vehicle?  I havent even had the plastic engine cover off mine yet (not even 2k miles on it)
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I bought my plugs and a plug socket and went at it randomly. All in all it took me maybe 1 hour start to finish and was really simple, the only bolts I removed were the 6 bolts (1 for each coil pack). Once you have the bolts of the coil pack removed just disconnect the electrical plug to them and pull straight out, unscrew plug, then replace.

Hardest part of all was figuring out how much man force to use when pulling out the coil packs trying not to damage them! Also make sure they're properly gapped and a little bit of anti-seeze doesn't hurt. Definitely felt the tune up with the butt dyno.
 
Spartn27 said:
J-Will said:
How much of a PITA is changing the plugs on this vehicle?  I havent even had the plastic engine cover off mine yet (not even 2k miles on it)
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I bought my plugs and a plug socket and went at it randomly. All in all it took me maybe 1 hour start to finish and was really simple, the only bolts I removed were the 6 bolts (1 for each coil pack). Once you have the bolts of the coil pack removed just disconnect the electrical plug to them and pull straight out, unscrew plug, then replace.

Hardest part of all was figuring out how much man force to use when pulling out the coil packs trying not to damage them! Also make sure they're properly gapped and a little bit of anti-seeze doesn't hurt. Definitely felt the tune up with the butt dyno.
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How many miles did you have?
 
Installed LMS 160 Tstat on Saturday and Sp534 plugs today. Car gets dropped off at the dealership for new taillight assemblys again, trans service, rear diff service and oil change. I flashed it back to stock yesterday for the service work. Once I pick it up Wednesday I will out on my 3 bar MAP and tune to LMS 4x for 3 bar. I can't wait for Wednesday night.
 
donky4444 said:
Installed LMS 160 Tstat on Saturday and Sp534 plugs today. Car gets dropped off at the dealership for new taillight assemblys again, trans service, rear diff service and oil change. I flashed it back to stock yesterday for the service work. Once I pick it up Wednesday I will out on my 3 bar MAP and tune to LMS 4x for 3 bar. I can't wait for Wednesday night.
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I look forward to your comments on the 4X and 3 bar.  I did the plugs a few months ago and have the 3 bar waiting.  The MyCal and 4X tune are on order but there are a lot of orders ahead of mine.  I hope to get them later this week.
 
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