2001 Ford Windstar spark plugs fouling and location of blow

2001 FORD WINDSTAR
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RMETTS
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I have 2 questions. I replaced the spark plugs on my windstar less than 1000 miles ago. I replaced the motocraft with bosch platinum plugs. They are already fouled out to the point that it's skipping very badly. The haynes manual diagram seems to show ash deposits caused by additives. I don't use additives and can't imagine them building up that fast. any suggestions?
second question, where is the blower motor for the rear a/c located. Mines not blowing.

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Ron
Jun 27, 2010 at 12:23 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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first off, go back to the Motocraft..that is Ford's choice for a reason.. do the fouled plugs look black/dirty or do they still look fairly new? could have worn piston rings or valve seals, that will foul plugs very quickly .
Jun 27, 2010 at 6:57 PM
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RMETTS
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no they're gray, dirty, and I had scrape the crud off of one with a knife. I have a hunch it's valve seals. Thanks for the info.
Jun 28, 2010 at 12:27 AM
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