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#2660 of 3244 Re: spark plug blowout [bruneau1] by mauro1 Aug 21, 2005 (4:32 pm)
Replying to: bruneau1 (Aug 21, 2005 8:51 am) Hi bruneau1 I have a GM 95 with 185.000 and spark blou out. I have being trying to find wtha's the best way to fix this problem. Did you fix your? How? Thaks
#2661 of 3244 Spark Plug Blowout by jsylvester Aug 21, 2005 (7:03 pm)
I thought it was only on the 5.4 liter V-8, which is not available in the Crown Vic/Grand Marquis - the spark plug threads were not deep enough to go 100,000 miles without replacing or tightening the spark plugs.   All I can say is if someone has gone 100,000 miles without touching the plugs, good luck getting them out very easily. Replies to this message: bruneau1 (Aug 22, 2005 8:32 am)
#2662 of 3244 Re: Spark Plug Blowout [jsylvester] by bruneau1 Aug 22, 2005 (8:32 am)
Replying to: jsylvester (Aug 21, 2005 7:03 pm) I haven't had the problem yet. I saw the report and wondered about it.
#2663 of 3244 handling and handling package by theronrohr Aug 22, 2005 (4:54 pm)
Hi all. I'm interested in the GM/CV car after renting one a while back. I like the size, comfort and power of this car but one thing really bugs me. When I was driving the rental GM it seemed very vague in steering control. It might have been partly because its much bigger than my normal car (a VW Golf) and really fills up the lane but it just felt imprecise and this is a problem on such a wide car. I've read reviews of these cars and they almost always test the handling package but there don't seem to be many around. Does anybody know if this makes a big difference in terms of the precision feel of the car? How about the sportier tires on the CV Sport? Or is this something that just comes with the territory. Replies to this message: turbo301 (Aug 23, 2005 9:03 am)
#2664 of 3244 Handling Package by jsylvester Aug 22, 2005 (8:59 pm)
It can be hard to find - there are a couple of models - the CV Sport and the Grand Marquis LSE, that include it as standard equipment.   I'm not sure which model year you rented, but the steering, frame, and suspension were redesigned for the 2003 model year - it is a big difference compared to my 94 Grand Marquis, but it is still not sports car firm.   I believe for 2005 model year, you have to get an CV LX or a GM LS in order for the Handling Package to be available as an option. That being said, it would be very easy to find an LX Sport for a good price - Crown Vics are often neglected at most dealerships, so I'd go on-line to www.fordvehicles.com, check local inventory, and shoot an e-mail to the dealer.
#2665 of 3244 Re: handling and handling package [theronrohr] by turbo301 Aug 23, 2005 (9:03 am)
Replying to: theronrohr (Aug 22, 2005 4:54 pm) My 2004 CV LX (no handling package) actually surprised the heck out of me with its steering feel at highway speed; the speed-sensitive power steering really tightens up the on-center feel at higher speeds. It is purposely light at city speeds (maybe to allow old folks to parallel park the things?), but there is a difference between lightness and vagueness - my '85 is vague, even with the handling package . My advice would be to test drive a Sport/LSE model, or a CV/GM with the handling package, and see if that compensates for the problem. If there are no models so-equipped at your local dealerships, try a non-handling package vehicle just as a comparison to the rental; who knows, something could be out of whack with the rental .
#2666 of 3244 manifold and blowout by bruneau1 Aug 23, 2005 (9:18 am)
I just received some legal info about the cracked manifold warranty and am continuing to research the spark plug blowout problem. I feel as though i am driving a disaster ready to happen. 2001 Marquis Replies to this message: turbo301 (Aug 23, 2005 11:25 am) sadie8 (Dec 01, 2005 2:40 pm)
#2667 of 3244 Re: manifold and blowout [bruneau1] by turbo301 Aug 23, 2005 (11:25 am)
Replying to: bruneau1 (Aug 23, 2005 9:18 am) Now, just imagine if you were driving a Focus how shaken your nerves might be   I still maintain that CVs/GMs are some of the best cars on the road, and certainly some of the best-built domestics.
#2668 of 3244 Crown vic suspension by matchbox Aug 23, 2005 (1:58 pm)
Got a 01 base crown vic and a 04 LX sport. The base crown vic has 80k on it. Never once in shop or out of service. I actually prefer the ride on this car with the base suspension over the 04 air suspension. 04 is very, very stiff. Big difference in motors to me. The dual exaust and different gearing really make the LX sport feel alot faster mid-range and sound bad ass. Mileage for base is 25-27 mpg, while the LX sport is 20-22mpg. I have had more compliments on both of these cars than on my 89 mustang GT. At lunch when I drive, people always inquire about how much it cost and how they can't believe what you get for your money. Don't let the 32k price on sport intimidate you, I got mine brand new for 23.5k. Over all, tons for the money, rides like a living room, good miliage, dependable, style, and everyone on the freeway moves out of your way. PS. I live in Minnesota, spring for the traction control. I notice a big difference in the snow.
#2669 of 3244 Re: spark plug blowout [bruneau1] by way2old Aug 23, 2005 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: bruneau1 (Aug 21, 2005 8:51 am) We have had 3 plugs blow out of the 4.6L engine. The cause has always been when the plugs were removed and replaced while the engine was warm and stretched the threads in the head. there is a repair kit that works really well. It contains a drill bit, helicoil and installation tool. Just take your time and make sure everything is lined up straight. A little grease on the drill bit and tap tool will keep shavings from falling into the cylinder. Replies to this message: mauro1 (Aug 24, 2005 4:44 pm) lsavage317 (Aug 02, 2006 6:14 pm) lsavage317 (Aug 02, 2006 5:42 pm)

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