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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 04:49 PM
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spark plug removal issue...
im having issues with removing my spark plugs.. ive tried using the 5/8 no luck wont fit.. ive used 18mm didnt work 19mm dont work.. ive removed my plugs 2wice already n i didnt have an issue but i dont remember which size i used.. can someone help me please????
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 04:52 PM
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13/16 spark plug socket
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 04:55 PM
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buy a 13/16" plug socket
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 05:08 PM
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see these autozone cats are effn up.. not just a normal socket huh??
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 05:11 PM
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No... don't use a normal socket.
Autozone sells the 13/16" spark plug socket WITH a swivel joint.
Its nice to have the swivel on it.
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 05:39 PM
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No... don't use a normal socket.
Autozone sells the 13/16" spark plug socket WITH a swivel joint.
Its nice to have the swivel on it.
I concur.
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 09:32 PM
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ok guys got it with the 13 16// thanks..
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 09:32 PM
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don't forget the anti seize when installing new plugs.
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 10:01 PM
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oops... forgot.. i didnt have an extra 2 dollars on me at the time..
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your going to wish you did next time you take them out
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