Tune-Up

GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Giving the Sy a Tune-Up today. I'm finally getting around to changing the plugs and wires. I was wondering what you guys recommended in that department. I wanted to know what plugs and wires would be the best and what cap and rotor. (I bought the AC Delco CR42TS but should I go with the NGK's or something else). While I'm at it which intake would you recommend and any other tips you have on making the job easier. I've read some of the hints already just wanted to know if someone has come up with something better yet. Thanks Again!
 
Slow-Clone

Slow-Clone

Snow-Clone
Re: Tune-Up

Well, pretty sure Delco parts can do the job in most areas. For intake, I'd recommend the one that comes with the truck. Changing plugs, depending on your headers, you may want to go thru the wheel well... jack up the truck and crank the tire all the way to one side. And a yearly tune-up should include vacuum lines and fittings.. atleast check them, possibly replace depending on age.
 
Mad Mike

Mad Mike

SYCOSIS
Re: Tune-Up

To change plugs get yourself a set of wobble extensions. To change the plug wires it's easiest if you remove the passenger side inner fender well. Drivers side is pretty easy. I like NGK UR5 plugs the best for a stock truck, they seem to last longer. Michael Hood can hook you up with quality parts for your tune up.
 
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100in6

100in6
Re: Tune-Up

one little tip on a couple of hard to reach plug, such as the front one on the drivers side. i learned it because i could never reach it with atr headers. going through the wheel well with the tire off. take a spark plug socket and grind it down shorter. that way the end of the plug will stick through. then use a short open end wrench on the end of the socket. i used a short wrench with a closed ratchet end and that's even a little better. thats the best way i ever found to get the tight ones out. another tip i learned from gerber was to use plug wire covers and they wouldn't get burned.

and for what it's worth, i always liked the autolite plugs more than the delco's especially in the stokes motor and bigger heads

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GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Re: Tune-Up

This is what i've got so far I went w/ the conrad cap & rotor, NGK UR5 plug, and a 160 thermostat. I've decided to order a B&M Trans. Cooler #70266. I plan on getting the Kenne Bell intake not sure yet. Anyways I've decided to clean up the motor and inspect everything. I just wanted to know if there were any key things to look for on the Sy. I've basically stripped the motor down, so what should I change or upgrade etc. and while I'm at it what can I eliminate from putting back on such as egr. So far everything looks good but I'm open to any ideas. Thanks!
 
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gmcturbo

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Re: Tune-Up

if you remove the egr without disabling it in the chip you will get a code at highway cruising. also i would save your money on the intake and buy a chip and the safety mods..
 
GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Re: Tune-Up

I'm still a noob so what is the best msd to go with the MSD6A? I'm also having trouble getting the ac compressor and the aluminum bracket holding it off, any suggestions.
 
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gmcturbo

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Re: Tune-Up

id hold off on the msd box. he was talking about plug wires. ive tried the msd's before and i prefer the taylor spiro pro plug wires.

-whats holding up the compressor? as long as all the bolts are out for sure take a screwdriver or pry bar and just pry it anaw from the motor..
 
GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Re: Tune-Up

Alright I'm finally making progress. I have the cac off, gonna clean it up plus makes getting to the plugs and dist. easier for me. I've removed both the aluminum powersteering and ac brackets for cleaning as well. Basically cleaning up the whole motor, especially since I found a rats nest in there. Doesn't seem to be any damage though, dodged one there. I've decided to keep the egr on for now. I've got everything I need for the tune-up except for the pcv valves and if i'm not mistaken there are 3 pcv valves on the syclone. I plan on running new i/c hoses and putting on a new pump (any suggestions on pump). I'm gonna run the switch for the i/c while i'm at it. I've decided to skip the intake and go with the chip since thats what everyone is suggesting, I guess the one from atr is good or should I invest in another. Keep the info. coming thanks.
 
GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Re: Tune-Up

Well my tune-up is more like a project now but hey it happens. I have everything for the tune-up ready to be installed once motor has been cleaned. I am going to do the metal i/c line delete. I guess I am going with a Johnson i/c pump. I have the i/c and heat exchanger off and I am wondering if I should just upgrade them what do you guys think. I need to get a new turbo inlet (the 90* orange). I plan on changing the turbo to i/c hose. I'm still waiting on the B&M trans cooler any helpful ideas on exactly how to install. Finally I plan on going w/ the ultimate chip. So thats it for the recap, any other ideas/suggestions? I will be coming into a little more money soon so if you can think of any other upgrades I should do while I'm at this point let me know.
 
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GMCSyclone1

GMCSyclone1

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Re: Tune-Up

What is that little round ball underneath the battery stand? Is it the Charcoal Canister and can I just get rid of it?
 
Ian Turgeon

Ian Turgeon

Cascading Inspiration
Re: Tune-Up

vacuum resivoir, I took mine out and havnt looked back. Just make sure you plug that vacuum line or better yet, remove it all together...
 
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