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Old Aug 28, 2009 | 08:13 PM
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I need to change the plugs on my 351c 4V in a 1969 Coupe. Is this even possible with the motor in the car? I can barely even see them around the shock towers.

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Old Aug 28, 2009 | 09:00 PM
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It can be done, but it's a real pain. Get a spark plug socket that has a hex end. Then you can use an open end wrench on it.

Some people cut holes in the shock towers and inner fenders to gain access. I would not recommend that.

BTW, are you sure it's a 351C? Although I could be wrong, I think the first year for the C was 1970.
Old Sep 4, 2009 | 01:28 AM
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Yeah, I got the motor out of a 1970 Cougar. Looks nice in the car, but it is a tight fit.
Old Sep 4, 2009 | 09:20 AM
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It's not as bad as it looks. I use a plug socket with a short ratchet on the pass side and the front 2 on the drivers side. Then add a 3 inch extension for the back 2 on drivers side. It can be a pain though, with certain headers.EDIT;NVM...didn't notice the c there but should be similar....
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