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Old 03-25-2005, 11:02 AM
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Default How often does my 5.3 need a tuneup?
as stated, how regular of a tuneup does she need?
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Old 03-25-2005, 11:41 AM
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100K i think. for a major tune up. but ****, if you keep upgrading as time goes on, then you will never need a major tune up.
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what is considered a tune up anymore in a fully computer controlled engine?

spark plugs is about the only thing i could think of...should go 150k on them i would think.
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what about serp. belt, timing chain, plug wires, chit like that
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Change the spark plugs, serpentine belt, and transmission at about 150k.
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