Possible Stupid Question
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From: Glen Allen Virginia
Possible Stupid Question
Went to change the plugs in my '74 today. I can't get the right front 2 (cylinders 2 &4) out, can't get my hands to them. L82 with A/C and headers.What am I missing?
Only have had the car 3 weeks. Haven't changed plugs on a chevy 350 in 30 years. Can't say how good it felt to wrench on a real american car again!!
Only have had the car 3 weeks. Haven't changed plugs on a chevy 350 in 30 years. Can't say how good it felt to wrench on a real american car again!!
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Look at going thru the wheelwell. It's really flippin' tight with A/C. There are lots of us that feel your pain. I've got one each- one BB car and one SB car. #7 is the PITA on the BB.
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I guess I'm no help because I changed my plugs with the headers off. I'd be glad to help if I can though, since we're practically neighbors. Shoot me a PM if there's anything I can do.
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I GOT THEM!!!
Didn't have a problem, just walked away yesterday and came back this morning, had them both changed in about 10 minutes. Worst was the #2 used a wrench on the socket. Got both from above too. Thanks for all the input.
Joe
Didn't have a problem, just walked away yesterday and came back this morning, had them both changed in about 10 minutes. Worst was the #2 used a wrench on the socket. Got both from above too. Thanks for all the input.
Joe
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Its been a while for me, but on the number 2 plug I either used a 1/4 ratchet and socket or a box end wrench. Never thought of it at the time, but getting under the car would be another option to.
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that box end wrench on #2 is the sweet trick and most people dont even think of it......
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