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Old Aug 2, 2013 | 03:34 PM
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Trying to change spark plugs for the first time. Question: does the spring suppose to be hanging out about 1/2" from the steel inclosure?

Do I need the plastic cover over the two intake filters?

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Trying to change spark plugs for the first time. Question: does the spring suppose to be hanging out about 1/2" from the steel inclosure?

Do I need the plastic cover over the two intake filters?

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What spring on what "inclosure"?

The plastic cover is part of the filter box. Don't remove it unless you want to run unfiltered air and destroy your engine.
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What spring on what "inclosure"?

The plastic cover is part of the filter box. Don't remove it unless you want to run unfiltered air and destroy your engine.
I have the metal covers over the spark plug wire on the plug side. I already figured it out.

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Old Aug 3, 2013 | 12:25 AM
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I have the metal covers over the spark plug wire on the plug side. I already figured it out.

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I wondered the same thing as you, but I have since replaced with thermal wires so the point is moot for me.
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