2002 Chevy Trailblazer Chevy Truck Spark problem after chan

2002 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
135,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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HEATNUP
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A few weeks ago I changed the factory spark plugs on my 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The truck has 135,000 miles on it and it has been running perfectly. The plugs were only changed as routine maintenance. I changed the original factory plugs with Bosch Platinum 2+ plugs, everything went fine.

Since changing those plugs, the engine misfires and sputters intermittently for up to 15 minutes after the truck is first started. A few odd things to note, everything is fine(as I notice) at idle(when not in gear) and when up to speed. The problem is only evident when the vehicle is in gear and if it is not moving and it goes away after 10 minutes or so of travel. The problem is most evident when I first back out of my driveway, and when I have to stop at the first first stoplight less than a mile away. After this, all is good.

Have any of you experienced such a thing? Can you provide any input or help?

I am starting to think, the plugs or just not good in my truck, but I have read elsewhere that this is ridiculous, and the guys at Autozone say the same. I did not keep the original plugs and haven't purchased any more plugs to try...I appreciate any input!
Jan 27, 2008 at 8:04 PM
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DENNYP
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Never use bosch plugs in a GM vehicle. Autozone didn't design the vehicle, so they don't know. I have fixed countless running problems on late model GM vehicles by removing bosch plugs and putting in AC Delco. The vehicles are designed to run on AC Delco plugs only.
Jan 31, 2008 at 9:44 PM
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BULLCRAB
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don't use platinum in trailblazer book says not to
Jan 31, 2008 at 10:00 PM
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HEATNUP
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I changed to ac delco and problems solved.
Feb 1, 2008 at 11:06 AM
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