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Author:  2.SloEK [ June 26, 2006 ]
Post subject:  spark plug size!
what size socket do i need to take out the spark plugs
Author:  77 [ June 26, 2006 ]
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My tool sets usually come with one or two deep sockets that have rubber inside of it. Said tool set is far away from me at the moment, but check if you've got one of those.
Author:  kotomile [ June 26, 2006 ]
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5/8ths? You don't want to use a regular socket though.
Author:  Secret Squirrel [ June 26, 2006 ]
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5/8ths



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Author:  2.SloEK [ June 26, 2006 ]
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sweet thanks. i gotta pick one up tomarrow
Author:  Secret Squirrel [ June 27, 2006 ]
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make sure it has the rubber gromet inside it, or else gettin the plugs in and out is hard




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Author:  Sean @ NDF [ June 27, 2006 ]
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just go to autozone or pep boys or kragen or whatever and ask for a spark plug socket.

It will be a long extension with a 5/8 socket on the end with either a rubber gromet inside, or some have metal on the inside.

When you go to take out the plug, make sure the socket is set around the plug correctly and then push down a little to set it in the rubber so it will grip when you pull it out.

I recommend using the socket only when initially putting the new ones in. And gently tighten it with your hands before putting the ratchet on and tightening. You don't want to thread it in wrong, otherwise you'll be hating life
Author:  Secret Squirrel [ June 27, 2006 ]
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banzai wrote:
I recommend using the socket only when initially putting the new ones in. And gently tighten it with your hands before putting the ratchet on and tightening. You don't want to thread it in wrong, otherwise you'll be hating life

cross threaded spark plug taps = instant hate of life



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Author:  2.SloEK [ June 29, 2006 ]
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welp after my head frezing, im putting my other one in. and cant get my timing belt loosen(piece of shit) im so agervated right now im about to drop the whole engine and buy a new one thats still together lol.

and it sux cuz my car is stuck VVVthereVVVV Image at the end of my drive way lol
Author:  Sean @ NDF [ June 29, 2006 ]
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cut it and buy a new one lol
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