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Old 24 Nov 2008, 11:15 pm
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Question Engine tune-up how easy?

Thinking to do it my own to save $ I need spark plugs, plugs wires, air filter and gas filter? just want to make sure...

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Old 25 Nov 2008, 06:09 am
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Platinum Plugs $2.50 - $3.00 each
Performance Wires $40 - $60 a set
Air Filter $ $15 - $70 Airaid
Oil Filter get a oil change approx. $20 - $35 depends where you go and type of oil.
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Here's a link to a guide that will help you do the tune up. You mentioned a gas filter but it is inside the gas tank and rarely changed unless your having a problem.

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