Blew a spark plug and COP clean out of the head
10-17-2012, 10:07 AM
#22
I have been using a torque-limiting socket since last year:
It clicks over quite reliably at 14.5 lb-ft making plug installation as snap (no pun intended). FWIW, as it is a torque tool I do not use it to remove the plugs--though the vendor claimed it could be used for that.
Its mechanism and accuracy would not likely be harmed by using it to remove the plugs, it's just not in my nature...
It clicks over quite reliably at 14.5 lb-ft making plug installation as snap (no pun intended). FWIW, as it is a torque tool I do not use it to remove the plugs--though the vendor claimed it could be used for that.
Its mechanism and accuracy would not likely be harmed by using it to remove the plugs, it's just not in my nature...
10-17-2012, 10:19 AM
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I got it from Norwalk Tools ($21.95), however if you buy it through their eBay account they offer free shipping. They were cool and refunded the shipping charges when I brought this to their attention.
10-17-2012, 10:41 AM
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While talking about spark plug tools I thought I'd share this. A tool I have come to rely on, for removing torn/stuck boots, and stuck plug sockets, etc. from plug wells is a pair of fish hook removal pliers:
Get the Baker brand in stainless if you can, best there is and made in the USA to boot. I have had mine for at least 30 years.
Most sporting goods store will have them...
Get the Baker brand in stainless if you can, best there is and made in the USA to boot. I have had mine for at least 30 years.
Most sporting goods store will have them...
10-17-2012, 11:30 AM
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