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Old Feb 23, 2024 | 10:07 AM
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I have not changed the plugs myself but was taught long ago that sometimes tool modification (grinder) helps make them fit. I have used a flex head ratchet wrench rather than regular ratchet. My plug socket has flats on the top and this buys you an inch or so. To get a plug started you can push a rubber hose on the plug. It allows you to apply rotation force at odd angles (and you can feel it, no cross thread). Just pull the hose when it will not turn anymore and switch to socket to final tighten.

If it were easy, what would we brag about? We are the brother/sister hood of the bleeding knuckle!
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Old Feb 23, 2024 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by glbeauchamp
Indeed. I had to lay across the engine too. Wasn't too bad after that, although my arms looked like I went ten rounds with a wildcat with really sharp claws
Welders gloves and yootoob are your friend.
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Old Feb 27, 2024 | 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by The Former
Welders gloves and yootoob are your friend.
I'm old and have learned a few things.
I actually have Kevlar sleeves to protect my arms from most cuts, when I remember to put them on. #8 is so tight I can't get my hand in wel, much less with welders gloves. Thanks for the info anyway.
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