I own a 2008 Ford F150 with the 5.4 L and everyone has had or will have a problem with the Passenger side Back Spark plug. I found this simple solution to that and it virtually makes getting that particular plug out ( which you didn't do in this video) Simply remove the Computer and Bracket from the Passenger side fire wall and you will gain easy access to that rear passenger side plug. I discovered this to make changing plugs on the 5.4 a very painless and more pleasant experience. You don't have to take my word for it but it will make a difference.

@loganstauffer7252

Ай бұрын

I changed 7 out of my 8 spark plugs because of this

Just got my mechanic to change the plugs at 170k miles today. 2007 5.4L and now there’s no slight engine shake or hesitation going from 45-50 MPH. Even the drivers seat stopped vibrating now. Motorcraft is the way to go, thanks for the video! Awesome

w When I hit 100k on my 2006, I looked online for info about spark plug change. Didn't take long for me to get it to my mechanic. By this time Ford had established procedures and engineered 2 tools to assist with removal - one if the plug actually broke off and another to help extract a non-broken plug. And there was a special solvent to soak the plug in an attempt to get it to release. My mechanic had the truck for 8 days. He worked on it, very gentle turns on the plugs, for an hour every morning. He ended up needing to purchase both tools. Final bill - 8 plugs @ $15/per plus labor for a total of $325. I know Ronnie didn't make any money on the job. Probably lost money, not to mention his labor. That's why a good mechanic is worth his weight in gold.

EITHER THE CHRYSLER OR ZILLA PENETRATING OIL IS A LIFE SAVER!! Years of die hard PB blaster use before trying these other 2 What I try and do is run the engine to temperature then pull the coil then try loosing or saturating the plugs a day or week before the repair

Hey I been watching all your videos man beautiful truck I just got a 2006 also black anyway I didn’t notice on your mod one where you got that straight billet grille looks unreal compared to the hexagon one

Keep it up! 👌🏻 I’m following along as well with my 06

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

That's the plan!

@sLeEp_ToKeN89

2 жыл бұрын

Same 2006 fx4 144,200 miles. New timing and cam phaser lockout as ssoon as i bought it month agoLove my truck

@MrCharizardTCG

2 жыл бұрын

@@sLeEp_ToKeN89 I’m having the same issues

Very brave man my buddy ran them for a week and almost ruined his motor the e3 is not for street vehicles should be used for only racing applications

Great videos. So I changed the plugs on 07 xlt with not much trouble. #4 was a complete burnout. #5 would come almost all the way out but seemed to just spin in the cylinder head, so I just screwed it back in. What would you suggest as a way to remove that plug? Thank you in advance.

Dang that 5.4 runs good dude, mine does too, but it's bone stock,,, well I say bone stock, and it is for the engine, transmission etc, but I had a North Dakota dealer install a block heater for my Louisiana bought truck, and had the local car audio shop in Williston install a nice Astro Start remote start, a must have in an extreme cold climate, or waste all kinds of time, while having to work oilfield hours, waiting for the 5.4 3V to warm up properly before driving in below zero temps

@theevilmeatloaf881

Жыл бұрын

did you have a 2006 f150 maroon?

0-40 is fast af, mines the same way. After that the speedometer climbs slowly

I inherited a 2008 ford f-150 Limited edition, with the 5.4 triton in awesome shape, garage kept 117,000 miles and as far as I know the factory plugs are still in it ! I'm averaging 18.8 to 19 miles per gallon interstate and about 14.5 to 15 in stop and go traffic....so my question is should I get my plugs changed out now or wait ?

I installed some of these in a Ford Ranger I had and they made absolutely no difference at all. I ended up buying some original motorcraft spark plugs and got rid of the e3 plugs.

I own a 2005 Lariat, its got 206000 miles on it. I have given it a major tune-up every 100,000 miles. Never had no major issues, except for Front ball joints. The Truck has been good to me. Runs smooth.

🔥🔥I just removed the computer to get to the spark plug in the back but ik Thts more work but it was easier

@JayThompson25

10 ай бұрын

It definitely makes the job easier for sure!

What I did with my 2006 f150 5.4 I took coils off and put parts and carb cleaner or BP blaster on then the day before and then loose then a quarter turn the tighten a quarter turn till it gets easier the pulled them out and I put some anti seize just so I don't have problems later on but I didn't have issues with mine even though they was factory plug and I would definitely say I got lucky and like this guy said don't do it unless you know what you are doing

@honkeytonklin2198

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips

I had one of those POSs explode on number 6 when driving from Washington state to Oklahoma in Kansas. I will NEVER use anything other than Bosch or Motorcraft ever again.

Thanks for the vid

I've never had good luck with the E3 plugs. Hope they work for you

@FTFL82

2 ай бұрын

I stick to ford oem plugs . I ran the e3 and fouled 4000 miles later .

thanks for the video!! off topic question. when you put in that aftermarket filter did you tune anything else? some debates ive read about that.

@JayThompson25

9 ай бұрын

I did a tuner because I have an exhaust as well. It helps out a good bit, I get 16.5 mpg and it has plenty of power to do what I need. also used the tuner to recalibrate spedo for bigger tires

@NM4BxYUKE

9 ай бұрын

ok noted thank you so much brother for your response. i aint gonna lie i thought i was gonna be able to figure out my problem with my ford but couldn't so i think im gonna have to sell it anyways. air or fuel problem and cant seem to get anyone or mechanic to figure it out. ones that i can afford at least. it even backfired at one point haha. again thank you so much for your responses!!!

Rock n Roll, dude...that engine sounds great. That plug was jacked...did you eyeball the top of that piston with a camera? Cuz it looks like the top of it hit the plug for it too get bent like that? Or it was damage when installed and if that's the case and it ran well, then that gap doesn't appear to be crucial. You're lucky it didn't break off and destroy the cylinder. I would have insisted on taking a look with a camera anyway.

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

At the time I didn’t have a bore scope camera! However after replacement she runs like a top so I assumed no foul play! I’ve been planning on pulling the motor for a while to do the critical timing and high volume oil pump upgrades!

I have a question I know it’s not on this video but I haven’t found it again what kind of electric fan did u put on the F150 and where did u order them from thanks

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

There’s a video on my channel showing the install under the upload section! They’re flex-a-lite 270’s from Jegs!

I have done tons of the 5.4 spark plug’s only had one break an one shoot out the head I do them one at a time

Any updates on these E3's on your 5.4 3V so far? I'm about to drop some money down on the SP546s. But hesitatation setting in after seeing this video...haha

@JayThompson25

Жыл бұрын

My brother runs motorcraft in his and has no issues. I have run the E3’s and haven’t had any complaints other that that issue in the video

6:43 had me like🤣💀💯

@JayThompson25

3 ай бұрын

Dustin always be Wildn when we work on something😂

@mattwilson3023

3 ай бұрын

@@JayThompson25 my brother does the same shit LMFAO really enjoyed this video💯💪🏻🔧🔩

One thing I've learned, ok 2, first using 99.5% denatured alcohol as a super lubricant for seized nuts & bolts / Plugs, 2 some times going tighter before loosening as well will free a frozen bolt, ie head, manifold bolt. ;)

@gradyleger1306

Жыл бұрын

My grandpa taught me when I was young very young that in order to take a spark plug out or any Frozen rusted bolt is to bump it tight with the wrench to the palm of your hand and then bump it back loose. I have a mechanic friend of mine that has never tried that since he's done it for the past twenty some-odd years he's never broke a spark plug or a stud sense ! and I build houses ! Lol

Did the electric fan upgrade make a difference and did you do a video on it

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

Helped with fuel economy a little and had a little more low end to me. I have a video on the install, planning on making an update video here soon!

Does that air cleaner make a significant change?

I just purchased my first ever truck a 2005 f150 FX4 i have spent every single day for the past week cleaning every single thing i can think of. Degreaser and preassure washer have been amazing. My engine bay looks brand new under my truck looks new. I love my truck and cant wait to rebuild her engine 5.4 triton

@JayThompson25

9 ай бұрын

Right on!

@thebarbershop8073

9 ай бұрын

@@JayThompson25 this is my first ever truck im 38 i was hit by a car bomb had to relearn to walk and talk and lost my license for 16 years just got medically approved to drive again im so excited she needs work and i have no clue what im doing but im going to learn maybe find someone to teach and help me

@CalebTheHumbled

17 күн бұрын

​@@thebarbershop8073 Gnarly dude. Hope you and your truck are doing well.

@thebarbershop8073

16 күн бұрын

@@CalebTheHumbled im enjoying having a truck. Have ran into some timing issuses so im gonna take the next 9 months or so getting various parts all together looking at about $15,000.00 in rebuild for the engine all performance everything then dumping another $7,000.00 for rims and paint.. once im done she is gonna be a monster 5.4

Nice truck buddy ! One question , which ignition coil you recommend ???

@JayThompson25

3 ай бұрын

Currently running MSD’s but hard to beat factory coils

167k miles have you have issues with Rocker Arm Valve Lifter Lash Adjusters aka roller followers?

@JayThompson25

Жыл бұрын

Not to date I haven’t. Been wanting to go through the engine and do the timing job, but haven’t had the time to tear into it

Do you a king for those plugs?

In the name of all that is holy Reason for plugs to break is carbon build up, that's it! Seafoam the truck before you do plugs and they all come like butter no matter how long they were in for. Have done it countless times

Were can I order the spark plugs can you put a link else any problem so far with those spark plugs?

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

You can call your local parts store like oreilys or auto zone and they can get them ordered for you!

Curious as to why you didn't replace the coils when you were in there?

@JayThompson25

Жыл бұрын

I had recently replaced the coils previous to the plug change! Didn’t have to change them, but just preventive maintenance

@russrogers3106

Жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 will be doing that same job on my 'new' 2006 XLT 5.4....

Did you see an increase in speed with the Air intake ?

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

Not really, more low end after Intake exhaust and tune all together. Intake alone might give a little better mileage and that’s most likely all you will see without a tune for more airflow

@jessemercury7413

Жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 link to the air intake? and air intake box?? tired of looking at the weird stock box

The threads aren't the issue you have to put antiseize around the sleeve and the shelf part of the plug.

I have a 2010 F150 Harley edition with a 5.4 3 valve, did the factory upgrade the spark plugs? 144 k miles

@JayThompson25

8 ай бұрын

I believe it was 2007 1/2 or early 2008 they updated to the new plug style. Supposedly they have different color coil boots if they have the upgraded plugs, but that’s relying on them having factory coils

Motorcraft is the best for the triton period. If you have upgraded your truck and would slightly like to improve the only possible upgrade as far as plugs go. Edelbrock coilpacks. Pack a dyno tested 20% spark increase And Ford performance makes one set of performance plugs for these engines. They are hard to find. But even then I would not recommend using them unless you have already tuned your truck cold air intake. Andy, big BBK 80MM Throttlebody. And even that throttle body is snakeoil, Because your intake is smaller in diameter. So unless you HONE your intake, you have gained nothing. But if you make these modifications, it is worth it. Combined with an electric fan swap, it is an amazing difference. I. Also run a true Ram hood to my cold air intake. Dramatic difference, but I still use motorcraft plugs E3 Is a lawnmower plug, Hope this comment save someone some trouble

I used e3 in my 07 5.4 and 6 failed in the first 3000 mile they are junk plugs

What’s the fool part number and brand of the plug please?

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

E3 is the brand. PN is e3.70

@emuonwheels1990

3 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 thank you.

@jonathanb9889

2 жыл бұрын

Is it worth getting the E3's over the new motorcraft put in?

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanb9889 really just comes down to preference. I tried them and had decent luck with them. Get 15-16 avg mpg on 35’s

Bro i havent seen the video yet but please dont do this to me i just ordered motorcraft sparkplugs for it HAHA, will check the video now.

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

Hey the motorcraft plugs will still help out a ton!!

@jacobsaquino7343

3 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 Nice to know Haha!!you should check acanii headlights for your truck, I'm not sure but I'm thinking about those would be great to see how they fit your truck, give these a check on Amazon !!

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll take a look!

Those e3 plugs are garbage 🤦‍♂️ motorcraft plugs should only be used.

How often do you recommend to change spark plugs?

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

Usually every 50k, but most people just go until they give an issue. Just depends on how often you want to check them out! Keeps fuel mileage up and a cleaner engine when they’re in good shape

@nolimitquavo1391

3 жыл бұрын

Ok thanks

@nolimitquavo1391

2 жыл бұрын

I changed my spark plugs and my coil packs out and I don’t have any lights on the dash but I still have a rough idle do know of anything I could check and replace before buy a new timing chain because I might just get rid of it before I keep sinking a lot of money into it

@crazymc3909

Жыл бұрын

@@nolimitquavo1391 might be dirty fuel injectors, I bought a machine for $300 that cleans and test them. My truck runs like a top, also way cheaper then buying new injectors

What intake is that??

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

Airflow dynamics

Who wants to see that dog 🐕 changing the spark plugs for them?

Any info on the 5.4 cam phaser knocking issues ?? I have a 06 Lincoln Mark LT & on my 2nd motor,, crate motor & have 42k on it and sadly its knocking "ticking" as did the first original motor did before it blew a rod at 142k... Love my truck but the engine ticking is such a bummer

@JayThompson25

Жыл бұрын

Biggest thing is regular oil changes. You can get phaser lockouts but that will require a tune

@philipdelzmen7226

Жыл бұрын

I get regular oil changes 3k or even less...using synthetic.... All regular maintenance records kept & filled thoroughly 👌.. Still the knocking has returned in the crate motor with just over 43k on it.. Everything runs fine, just hate the knocking sound & it always gets questioned when people hear the motor.. Other than that the truck gets huge compliments,,, body & exterior are gorgeous... any help would be greatly appreciated.

@JayThompson25

Жыл бұрын

@@philipdelzmen7226 could be timing chain tensioner allowing chain slap on the front end of the motor

@spartanoverlanding300

Жыл бұрын

Ford did an update on roller followers, would suggest millings oil pump to help with oil pressure

5.4 or 4.6?

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

5.4

Its not his truck so he dont worry about it lol

@JayThompson25

3 ай бұрын

As Dustin would say “can’t see it from my house”

But will it spin in dry road 🤣

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

It’ll smoke 35’s on dry pavement 👀🤙🏻

@josearellano3268

2 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 had 4:10s on my diff and on 35s n still couldn’t spin them until I blew a piston 💀💀

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

@@josearellano3268 big oof. 3:73’s turns 35’s over like stocks for me 🤙🏻 might have to post a video 👀😎

@josearellano3268

2 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 maybe it was my 4.6 2v. But after I blew the block don’t get me wrong I was gonna throw another block, but got rid of it n got my self a 2012 Nissan Titan, now that truck is a different beast.

Plugs in these trucks dont need to be changed but every 60k miles..useless to change plugs every 10k miles waste of money.. I would recommend nothing but motorcraft original eqiupment for f150s after servicing these trucks for years

@JayThompson25

3 жыл бұрын

Truck had 50k since last plug change. Had E3’s in it before and ran fine. Got 16 mpg on most days and had enough power to smoke 35’s like stock tires. My brother runs nothing but motorcraft in his 5.4 and gets a little less mileage but same power. Not much difference is noted between not running the motorcraft plug in my opinion. We’ve got 4 vehicles in the family with a 5.4 and all still running strong with no major failures. Must be doing something right 🤷🏻‍♂️

@anthonyelias8627

2 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 what all do you have done to your 5.4 to get that kind of low end power. Mine is a stock 2005 with just a cai and its a turd straight up

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonyelias8627 bone stock internals with a cold air, tune, and exhaust

@edjackson4389

2 жыл бұрын

@@JayThompson25 That broken plug was broken when it was installed by someone the last time. Probably bumped it goin in the hole. No way the piston touched it. I've had those E3s come of the box looking like that. The welds holding on the ground straps are fairly weak. I guess they'll make do, but I've always viewed them as a cheap made novalty items

@jerrywest4754

Жыл бұрын

Motorcraft is terrible my 06 ate through all 8 spark plugs surprised it even runs considering all of the bottoms of the spark plug got completely obliterated, they probably shot through the exhaust but I definitely do not recommend Motorcraft me they make them very poorly, E3s are definitely the move

E3 plugs absolutely suck brother do yourself a favor and run motor craft. E3s don’t hold up, poor design, not to mention you can see all over yours how cheap that metal is to corrode so fast I mean 50k? I pulled a 120k mile set of motor crafts out of my 05 f150 and they looked way better then those

@JayThompson25

2 жыл бұрын

Might try out the platinum motorcrafts if these give me any more issues!

Those E3 are garbage .i think there was a video on these saying they were prone to corrosion and porcelain chipping from heat.and are prone to multiple misfires

@AdrianHerrera-ne3sl

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah those are garbage I fix lawn mowers I see owners used them and always have problems with those garbage of that brand spark plugs

These are the absolute cheapest worst plugs in the world. If you own a triton motor, don't put ANYTHING in it except AutoLite or oem ford

You complicated yourself on doing your plugs bud I don’t gotta undo anything but undo the coils

@JayThompson25

8 ай бұрын

This is true, I just mainly do it for video purposes and it can make it easier for me not having every thing in the way. Some people take the ecu out to do the back plug on the passenger side, but it’s just about preference. For sure you can do them without undoing anything but the coil.

From my research the E3 plugs are just a gimic to fool buyers ..!! Lots of problems with regular street driving ..!! Not recommended...!!

E3 are garbage get motorcraft plugs

I had one of those E3 plugs detonate inside the motor, almost damaging my engine. They are trash. I mashed the gas going up a hill and the plug failed.

God it’s good to drive a Chevy.. this is just pitiful..

@yep5689

Жыл бұрын

What smoking meth in that Chevy or the shadow people that your seeing

@yep5689

Жыл бұрын

Lmao 🤣 just kidding bro truck gang 😂

@KevinCrowe91

Жыл бұрын

@@yep5689 go play with your spark plugs ford boy we don’t do no methin around in these parts 🤣