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kutison Member

Joined: 09 Dec 2008 Posts: 222 Location: Troutdale, OR
1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 11:05 am Post subject: Tune up |
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| I know this is a stupid question, but what is everything covered in a tune up, and is it worth the time to do it myself, keeping in mind I don't have a garage or access to a jack. |
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TurdGen1989 Member
Joined: 30 Aug 2009 Posts: 472 Location: Roseburg,OR
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 11:09 am Post subject: Re: Tune up |
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| kutison wrote: | | I know this is a stupid question, but what is everything covered in a tune up, and is it worth the time to do it myself, keeping in mind I don't have a garage or access to a jack. |
cap
wires
plugs
oil change
maybe check your air filter to?
its definitely worth it to do your self because then you get to work on your car
do the plugs only if you can fit under your car without a jack... because 7-8 are a PITA without getting under the car.
thats usually what i do feel free to add peeps! lol _________________ Phil.
GMC High Sierra

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kutison Member

Joined: 09 Dec 2008 Posts: 222 Location: Troutdale, OR
1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 11:09 am Post subject: |
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I meant to put this in the garage.
I'm fairly sure I know everything that gets replaced, I just don't wanna miss anything. |
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Twilightoptics Hardcore (12sec Club)

Joined: 13 Jan 2004 Posts: 9191 Location: Auburn , WA
1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 11:49 am Post subject: |
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-Fuel filter
-Clean throttlebody
-PCV valve
-And Vacuum lines that are ugly/cracking
-Spark Plugs
-Spark Plug Wires
-Distributor Cap
-Distributor Rotor
-Air Filter _________________ A redline a day keeps the carbon away! |
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d00012 Member

Joined: 12 Apr 2009 Posts: 679 Location: Granite Falls
2007 Pontiac GTA
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 1:26 pm Post subject: |
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Oil filter
Maybe even a little Seafoam. That's woken up a few vehicles of mine from time to time. |
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aaron_sK Member
Joined: 23 Jan 2006 Posts: 8834 Location: Back in beautiful Tacompton
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 2:16 pm Post subject: |
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The only thing you need a jack and stands for are the oil and fuel filters, and the front end lube.
You can a cheapo jack and a set of stands at Schmucks or something for like $50.
When you do the work yourself, not only are you saving money, but you are getting better parts... assuming you buy better parts.
Personally I prefer a job done with Wix filters, Royal Purple oil, Autolite plugs, Blue Streak cap & rotor, Taylor wires. You get the idea. |
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d00012 Member

Joined: 12 Apr 2009 Posts: 679 Location: Granite Falls
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 2:24 pm Post subject: |
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| Autolites and Taylor wires are next on my list. |
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RSFreak The other "John"

Joined: 23 Jan 2004 Posts: 2946 Location: Renton
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 8:31 pm Post subject: |
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Lets not forget checking/replacing all fluids.  _________________ '86 Trans Am - 5.0L TPI - LT1 cam - 700R4 - WS6
'85 Camaro Berlinetta - IROC clone
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d00012 Member

Joined: 12 Apr 2009 Posts: 679 Location: Granite Falls
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Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2010 8:33 pm Post subject: |
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Most importantly...headlight fluid and elbow grease.
I know, I'm lame...
On a serious note, check all your sensors, too. |
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kutison Member

Joined: 09 Dec 2008 Posts: 222 Location: Troutdale, OR
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Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2010 6:44 am Post subject: |
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gotcha, headlight fluid for the break lights and elbow grease for the injectors. that spray pattern was looking to fine, I think it makes the car look cooler when they drip.
Oil change was done 400 miles ago but the car does deserve royal purple, o2 sensor was done recently PCV valve and air filter.
Playin with the cap in rotor should be fun for my back (not old, just fat)
won't I need a jack for the fuel filter? |
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d00012 Member

Joined: 12 Apr 2009 Posts: 679 Location: Granite Falls
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Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2010 10:08 am Post subject: |
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| I didn't, but that's because I have the sport coupe, no side skirts on mine. |
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aaron_sK Member
Joined: 23 Jan 2006 Posts: 8834 Location: Back in beautiful Tacompton
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Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2010 11:02 am Post subject: |
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| kutison wrote: | | won't I need a jack for the fuel filter? |
| aaron_sK wrote: | | The only thing you need a jack and stands for are the oil and fuel filters |
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