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Old Nov 13, 2006 | 11:54 AM
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The only thing that has been done regularly is an oil change. i just roled over 52000 miles and was tryign to figure out some good common maintainence items to keep it running strong and maintaing as long of a motor life as i can.

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Old Nov 13, 2006 | 12:01 PM
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*Spark plugs (they may work for 100,000 miles, but not efficiently)
*Fuel Filter
*Drop Transmission filter/ fluid for replacement
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Old Nov 13, 2006 | 12:03 PM
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It is mostly highway miles, but i was also thinking new brakes all the way around.
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the front brakes will last well beyond 100,000 miles. If you are looking for a performance upgrade just say it, but changing them now with a "maintenance" excuse won't make any sense. I know that white1's 2000 Z71 has over 140,000 miles on it and roughly half of the original front brake lining is still intact... the damn brake lining is going to out last the rotors
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Old Nov 13, 2006 | 12:18 PM
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So the brake pads will work for that long?

I have never had a car last that long as far as brake pads go.
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Originally Posted by Nick™
*Spark plugs (they may work for 100,000 miles, but not efficiently)
*Fuel Filter
*Drop Transmission filter/ fluid for replacement
The above mentioned items, as well as
Air Filter (or service air filter if you have an oiled one like a K&N)
PCV valve
Replace Differential fluids (front and rear)
Transfer case fluid
Coolant Flush
Brake Fluid Flush
Power steering flush (something I've never really paid much attention to myself, but after my gearbox just went, I think I'll add it to the list)
Examaine Spark Plug wires and replace if necessary.
Lube Suspension
Inspect brakes and lubricate brake caliper slides
Yada Yada Yada...
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