Leo_Yackley
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Message Posted: Mar 21, 2011 8:05:47 AM
I think it does
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Conan1
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Message Posted: Mar 19, 2010 8:12:41 PM
Absolutely. Just changing your air filter will increase air flow thru your engine and mpg. Try plugging up part of it and see the result.
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Nicoalbum
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Message Posted: Mar 19, 2010 6:39:10 PM
Replacing worn engine parts will definitely improve you MPG.
[Edited by: Nicoalbum at 3/19/2010 6:40:02 PM EST]
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flyank
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Message Posted: Mar 19, 2010 11:41:26 AM
I haven't noticed any real change in mpg after my recent tune-up.
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billbearAL
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Message Posted: Mar 19, 2010 8:56:14 AM
On newer model cars. A tune up is not normally needed until about 100,000 miles.
For an older cars without a computer. You would have to do a tune up every 30,000 miles. Most people never crawled under the car a put chaulk on the fan belt pully and then used a timing light to set the timing.
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nima
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Message Posted: Mar 18, 2010 8:14:41 AM
yes it would
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Cummins2500
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Message Posted: Mar 17, 2010 12:27:44 PM
quick68,
You left out spark plug wires. If an engine needs a tune up every 30,000 miles then IMHO you should replace the spark plug wires every 60,000 miles and if a car only gets new spark plugs every 100,000 miles then the plug wires should also need to be replaced at the same time.
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Daddybud
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Message Posted: Mar 17, 2010 7:54:54 AM
I think so too.
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memory_of_max
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Message Posted: Mar 16, 2010 5:05:31 AM
Does a bear defecate in the woods?
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Quick68
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Message Posted: Mar 16, 2010 1:00:43 AM
It does but all a tune up is today is changing the spark plugs. You can do that.
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PaylessKY
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Message Posted: Mar 15, 2010 11:44:24 PM
Yes, along with oil changes and replacing filters as needed.
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WoosterBuckeye
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Message Posted: Mar 12, 2010 10:15:43 AM
Absolutely.
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1sharpshooter
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Message Posted: Feb 28, 2010 12:20:34 PM
I have a 2006 Ford Five-Hundred with 73k. Not due for a tune-up till I hit 100k, so I can't comment.
When I was working and putting on 400 miles per week, I traded cars in when I got to the 75k mark.
This one I'll keep at least until next year when the extended warranty and maintenance service plan expire or I hit 100k. Unless we travel a lot, I won't hit 100k.
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Somis1
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Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 9:46:20 AM
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations. If it isn't needed a tune-up won't help a bit.
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ricebike
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Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 8:52:59 AM
ajh, never heard of platinum plugs? or the newer iridiums?
they're longer lasting plugs, which is in most newer cars today
some do last 5 years, or 100,ooo miles
i wouldn't leave them in for longer; the plugs' threads might "seize" themselves to the aluminum head
i don't envy the person who try to remove a seized plug, only to have a hole with no threads to re-install the new plug into the cylinder head...
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BobD2009
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Message Posted: Feb 25, 2010 4:29:01 AM
I'm not due for a tuneup yet, but get the same mileage as when the car was new.
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ajhoier
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Message Posted: Feb 24, 2010 11:46:16 AM
Every 30, 60, 90....obviously depending on the manufacturer maintenance schedule.
Or at "least" at 100k, then every 30k after that.
My father took his wife's VW Beetle in for the tune-up at a little over 100k, and it still had the factory plugs in it lol.
Not too familiar with the VW maintenance but the mechanic seemed surprised that the car was still running....but obviously he changed em anyways.
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cheapgasPA
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Message Posted: Feb 19, 2010 9:05:52 AM
yes if you have not had a tune-up for a while
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lambs100
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Message Posted: Feb 18, 2010 2:18:28 AM
Should be.
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EdPG
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Message Posted: Jan 22, 2010 10:02:06 AM
Yes
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Moe86
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Message Posted: Jan 22, 2010 6:53:50 AM
Yes.
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TJC47
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Message Posted: Jan 21, 2010 8:36:11 PM
In most vehicles especially the older ones without electronic ignition.
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stoihor
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Message Posted: Jan 21, 2010 7:39:26 PM
It might.
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pinbuster2005
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Message Posted: Jan 19, 2010 4:36:36 AM
If you do regular maintenence in the intervals you are supposed to you will always have your engine performing at peak mpg for the way you drive. Doing regular oil & filter, air filter, PCV valve, spark plugs & wires, surpentine belt or timing belt changes, transmission oil changes (automatic), & coolant/thermostat changes all play a part in keeping your automobile at it's peak performance. Also as the old saying goes it's better to spend $50 now on routine maintenence than to spend $5000 later on a new engine.
I'm going to be doing a lot of that this spring on the 2000 F-150 i got back in November so I know everything is on my schedule plus I'll know it's been done.
[Edited by: pinbuster2005 at 1/19/2010 4:39:41 AM EST]
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gougedQC
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Message Posted: Jan 18, 2010 7:18:12 PM
a proper tune -which may also include new wires as they too get old, damp, and inefficient- will most certainly improve mileage... don't forget to keep up the tire pressure too.
but because it improves mileage, it also reduces pollution.
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zcolt45
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Message Posted: Jan 18, 2010 1:41:33 PM
Not sure at this point, pickup is 10 years old, 66k, and still delivers 25 plus mpg, same as new. Only change filters and oil.
Still have orginal battery, and it gets checked every fall.
always check mpg every fill up.
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nissan_maxima09
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Message Posted: Jan 15, 2010 9:12:04 AM
it depends on the condition of your vehicle and how you treat it, abuse your car's engine and a tune will be needed
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NanookAK
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Message Posted: Jan 14, 2010 12:53:08 PM
Yes
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scrounger
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Message Posted: Jan 14, 2010 2:37:36 AM
sure does
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Cummins2500
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Message Posted: Jan 13, 2010 3:57:02 PM
mackconsult,
You were joking right? Just in case you don't know changing out the filters and changing the oil has never been called a tune up for a diesel. The closest thing to a tune up for a diesel would be running the rack and injector service if needed. If you were not joking then don't ever call up Cummins Northwest and tell them what you think a diesel a tune up is as you would have the whole shop rolling on the floor laughing there rears off.
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Bodiney
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Message Posted: Jan 13, 2010 1:39:08 PM
Think so
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mackconsult
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 5:01:51 PM
On a diesel a tune up is as follows:
oil and oil filter change
fuel filter change
air filter change
That's about it :o)
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goalie1950
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 2:38:08 PM
A good tune-up should include not just changing spark plugs. Making sure that appropriate filters and engine settings (i.e. timing etc) are properly set contribute to improved fuel economy. This includes diesel power cars as well.
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Dinogam
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 11:33:28 AM
Not for me, as my car never needs tune up (no spark plugs, VW Golf diesel)
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sbexplorer05
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 8:47:58 AM
lol
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no_monkey2002
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 7:49:51 AM
better gas mileage will come after you lose some fat like 10 pounds of fat means l extra mile on your gas..here..here
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sbexplorer05
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Message Posted: Jan 12, 2010 7:25:57 AM
i think so.
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Lukus
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Message Posted: Jan 5, 2010 9:20:08 AM
If a tune up doesn't help then most people are wasting a lot of money and the dealers are ripping off their customers. Neither are true if you go to a reputable dealer.
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Beboper
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Message Posted: Jan 5, 2010 6:50:54 AM
yes it does
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LanguageMan1
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Message Posted: Jan 4, 2010 11:26:36 PM
Yes, it absolutely does!
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bby
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Message Posted: Dec 15, 2009 1:18:15 PM
Not quite sure about tune ups, but after an oil change the car always seems to be smooth for first 250+ miles... then gets back to its old state slowly...
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Slick3065
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Message Posted: Dec 15, 2009 8:21:47 AM
A month after I bought my 2000 Hyundai Elantra I replaced all the fluids and filters, no tune up because the car was running well and I did not receive any better mileage as I expected.
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planetmail
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Message Posted: Dec 6, 2009 8:07:06 PM
Define tune up? What kind of things are being done to the vehicle? Fuel economy isn't always gained with some tune up items, the cost of the part won't have you realizing any fuel savings.
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ricocee
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Message Posted: Nov 24, 2009 3:24:56 PM
absolutely
crap on the old crap does not make it any better.
tune up really does work
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VA4MEDS
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Message Posted: Nov 24, 2009 9:20:56 AM
Of course it does.
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the1roadhog
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Message Posted: Nov 24, 2009 7:56:21 AM
Most likely.
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ricocee
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Message Posted: Nov 22, 2009 12:29:02 PM
absolutely
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dontuknowOH
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Message Posted: Nov 20, 2009 11:54:36 AM
YES Under hood temperatures takes a toll on various monitoring devices,vacum hoses,seals,synthetic containers,ETC.Then if you drive fast threw water holes/dusty areas, the under-hood condition gets worse over time.
Todays modern engines preform well only when every device is operating together,as designed.Poor mileage is not always the driver's habits fault.
I you are a frequent fast highway driver,a tune up might consist of just getting the Bugs flushed from the A/C & Radiator grill areas.Check your rear licence plate LIGHTs also.There should be two working. LOLuck!
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bar1035
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Message Posted: Nov 20, 2009 8:02:40 AM
Nothing can influence fuel mileage. Just look at the acetone thread for proof! Just Kidding.
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soper
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Message Posted: Nov 20, 2009 6:09:50 AM
yes
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