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Old 07-24-05, 02:01 AM
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ok so some of you probibly read my thread about my spark plugs, anyways, to day it was pretty hot 100+ degrees and when i got home after driving about 10miles from work i noticed it was idling pretty crappy and making like a ticking sound, sot sure what it is, possibly electrical? anyone ever heard of this happening with bad spark plugs/ wires?
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Originally Posted by Tournapart
ok so some of you probibly read my thread about my spark plugs, anyways, to day it was pretty hot 100+ degrees and when i got home after driving about 10miles from work i noticed it was idling pretty crappy and making like a ticking sound, sot sure what it is, possibly electrical? anyone ever heard of this happening with bad spark plugs/ wires?
Didn't read your spark plug thread so don't know how that relates to this problem, but observe the engine running in the dark and look for sparks indicating a short. Also, make sure the plug wires are attached securely at both ends.

EDIT: Read your other thread. Replace the wires.
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