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Search Auto Parts Search Installing Spark Plugs Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Tricks of the Trade Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 3, 2005, 8:41 AM Post #1 of 4 (3943 views) Installing Spark Plugs Sign In Easy trick is to use a piece of rubber hose like 3/8th or 10mm gas line to get them started back in for the tough ones which many are. Works like the utimate universal joint. Always get a secure full turn or more before putting a socket on them and don't over tighten the plugs - especially the gasketless taper seated ones. Also - best to do plugs with engine cold, and very important for aluminum or alloy heads. Also II - do them one at a time. Messing up the firing order can wreck your whole day. Also III - if you drop a plug and still use it (recheck the gap) - mark that cylinder so if a skip develops it's almost certainly that one and save you the agony of finding out which one. - T h23darklude Novice Sep 7, 2009, 4:50 PM Post #2 of 4 (2326 views) Re: Installing Spark Plugs Sign In great advice ampretty001 User Sep 22, 2009, 4:53 PM Post #3 of 4 (2283 views) Re: Installing Spark Plugs Sign In Thanks for that advice.. re-tired Veteran / Moderator Oct 9, 2009, 7:19 PM Post #4 of 4 (2238 views) Re: Installing Spark Plugs Sign In Great tip Tom. Along the same theme,an old spark plug boot , the ones from a long reach eng such as a thru the valve cover import, are good as well . To prevent the dreaded mixed up firing order, go to your local radio shack and get a wire labeling kit. It has dozens of small numbered adhesive strips that you wrap around the wire ,with a matching number on dist / coil pack. Works great on vac hoses too. LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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