Sparkplug Chang?
Can someone tell me how to change the sparkplugs in my car, you just pull the coilpack and then the spark plug is there right? What size extension to I need, ect... Also whats a good Sparkplug to replace mine with, should I just get some motorcaft ones?
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I went to Kragen and got a spark plug changing kit and it came with a 5/8" spark plug socket and extension. I would also get a cheap gapping tool because you can't assume the gap from the factory is correct....sometimes they get moved during shipping ect....
Pull wire/boot off spark plug. Put spark plug socket over spark plug Attach extension, attach ratchet Remove spark plug Then to install: You rub a little dielectric grease on the end of the spark plug that the boot will attach to. Rub a little anti-sieze on the threads Thread the spark plug back in. Do not overtighten!!!!!!!!! Check a manual to get the torque spec. Use a torque wrench to tighten. Do one spark plug at a time so you don't mess up the plugs/wires - shouldn't be a problem anyway. |
What is done to your car? If it is N/A then go with stock Motorcraft plugs with a TINY bit of antiseize. If it is supercharged or has nitrous, then go with NGK TR6 plugs gapped at .035 and NO anitiseize. Antiseize or too much of it will not seal the plugs well enough for boost or spray.
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Who told you that? Kauffmans used anti-seize on my car and those guys know what they are doing.
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you use anti seize if you want to get them out easily next time. boost/spray should have nothing to do with it.
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You dont need anti seize on the threads. I dont use it, Tim @ Modular Powerhouse doesnt use it, and a lot of the members over there dont use it either. Torque them to 13 ft. lbs. Heres a good write up, http://www.bullittarchive.com/WebHel...ittArchive.htm just dont use anti seize.
http://www.modularpowerhouse.com/for...ht=spark+plugs |
aluminum heads, steel plugs... i use anti-seize.
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Originally Posted by spike_africa
(Post 218609)
aluminum heads, steel plugs... i use anti-seize.
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Hate to say it but for the bullittarchive site, they recommend the use of antisieze. My 2¢ is that if it doesn't hurt the engine, you could only benefit from it so I say use it since it's cheap insurence.
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there's heat, electricity and differential metals all going on. I use antiseize cuz I don't want to chemically weld my plugs to the head. It doesn't happen a lot but it only takes the 1 time.
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it happend to me when i was helping the old man change plugs on his beater toyota truck
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Dan:
You have always been a trusted source of info, but you are about the only one I have ever heard that says no antiseize. |
BTW, anyone know what a torque wrench costs?
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Depends on what you want. A cheap-o Craftsman version can go for $60 while a good S-K or Snap-On piece goes for $200-300. In addition, capacity and type makes a difference in price.
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Originally Posted by WaterDR
(Post 219004)
BTW, anyone know what a torque wrench costs?
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Antiseize FTW!
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Originally Posted by WaterDR
(Post 219003)
Dan:
You have always been a trusted source of info, but you are about the only one I have ever heard that says no antiseize. |
00 GT V8 Stock. I was thinking about using Bosch platinum. I've heard their excellent. When I modify my stang I might use something else but in the mean time are those good enough.
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Originally Posted by blackstang00
(Post 219237)
00 GT V8 Stock. I was thinking about using Bosch platinum. I've heard their excellent. When I modify my stang I might use something else but in the mean time are those good enough.
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What are the price range on NGK's?
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Originally Posted by blackstang00
(Post 219237)
00 GT V8 Stock. I was thinking about using Bosch platinum. I've heard their excellent. When I modify my stang I might use something else but in the mean time are those good enough.
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OK Thanks I'll go with the Autolights. I've heard before that they where good plugs. I've got a convertible to. I just love mine it's my second conv. First stang.
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Originally Posted by blackstang00
(Post 219240)
What are the price range on N&K's?
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good pick ap764 gap at 54th
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Originally Posted by spike_africa
(Post 218609)
aluminum heads, steel plugs... i use anti-seize.
And they are NGK's. |
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