Which spark plug socket?
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Which spark plug socket?
OK guys, I hear the driver side rear spark plug is a real bear to replace, but can be done with a swivel or knuckle socket. I have the ability for a short time to get Snap-On tools for 60% off, and was wondering if anybody knows which Snap-On knuckle socket in particular I need to buy. I don't even know what size plug socket I need. Can someone help me?
Thanks,
Dave
Thanks,
Dave
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I believe the size is 5/8". I just use a regular spark plug socket with a universal joint added to it.
Want to buy me some snap-on tools?
Here's the link to what Patches is talking about:
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/catal...e=snapon-store
See if that works. They have single universal joint, double universals, universals with extensions, etc..
Dope
Want to buy me some snap-on tools?
Here's the link to what Patches is talking about:
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/catal...e=snapon-store
See if that works. They have single universal joint, double universals, universals with extensions, etc..
Dope
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I regular knuckle with a long extension works fine, I changed my flugs in 30 mins and it was my first time on a vette. No need for special knuckles, just a plain 5 bucks from sears.
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forget the double swivel,, I found it to be more trouble than good,, i had real good luck with regular socket and a combination of extensions,,,the double swivel was a real easy way to bust plugs,,
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Curious, I've used it many times and loaned it out to several guys who've used other sockets and none of us have had any problems.
Not that I care, one way or the other, mind you. Just my $.02.
Not that I care, one way or the other, mind you. Just my $.02.
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Thanks for the help, everybody. Will probably try the combination of extensions and knuckles I currently have first. If that don't work....
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Drifting
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Here is what I use and what you need:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW
By the way what kind of price can you get on a Snap-On 3/4" drive 250 ft. lbs. "Click" type torque wrench? Keep borrowing my buddies, need to get one of my own. Email me if you dont want to post, thanks...
Sorry meant 1/2" drive!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...spagename=WDVW
By the way what kind of price can you get on a Snap-On 3/4" drive 250 ft. lbs. "Click" type torque wrench? Keep borrowing my buddies, need to get one of my own. Email me if you dont want to post, thanks...
Sorry meant 1/2" drive!
Last edited by IFLUBYU; Nov 16, 2004 at 02:53 PM.
