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im going to change the spark plugs and wires and i just want to make sure i have all the tools i need to be able to do it. So can you guys give me a list of tools ill need and what size/type socket ill need to make this experience as easy as can be. thanks
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Re: Tool necessities for spark plug change
You'll need a spark plug socket (not sure on size), Several swivels 3/8 drive, several extensions, short, medium, long 3/8 drive, and a 3/8 ratchet.
Basic handtools pretty much, wouldnt hurt to have a 12 pack of beer either*Matt
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Re: Tool necessities for spark plug change
Just changed my plugs, coils and wires yesterday morning. You will need the swivel socket, mine was 5/8 inch for the plug end. I purchased a few extensions, but I only used one 3" extension. Jack stands obviously, but other than that, you should be good.Comment
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lol beers always nice to have on hand.....any idea on how much for all the tools, planning on going to the hardware store in a bitComment
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The socket I purchased was part #USP58 at autozoneComment
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antiseize!!Comment
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open ended wrench for the middle plug on the passenger side, between the headers...
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1996 3800 Camaro - 13.43 @ 100.77 mph
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if you have headers like i do all i use is the sockets, no extensions or anythingComment
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thanks for all the help guys, went out and bought the tools. Took me about 5 hours and this was my first time doing it. Pass side back two were the hardest ones to get and the spark plug broke on me trying to get it out. Not only that but three of the plugs were NGK and the other three were bosch. so i go screwed last time i took my car into the shop. Now i dont have to worry about that and she runs better than ever with no more misfires!! thanks and sorry for rantingComment
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I don't know how you manage to get that middle one on the passenger side then...I can't even get the socket over the plug unless I break it...middle header tube gets in the way...Originally posted by Fondle View Post
2002 SOM Z28 Camaro - 12.9 @ 104 mph
1996 3800 Camaro - 13.43 @ 100.77 mph
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get a spark plug boot puller.. that saved my knuckles a bunchComment
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how did you put the new one in then ?Originally posted by LETZRIDE View PostComment
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after I broke the old one the socket fit on no problem...I got the new one in by finger tightning it and then putting an open ended wrench on it...
2002 SOM Z28 Camaro - 12.9 @ 104 mph
1996 3800 Camaro - 13.43 @ 100.77 mph
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i hated that center plug the most. but all in all im happy i did it myself and didnt have to spend the 100 dollars the shop wanted just to swap the wires and plugs.Comment
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took me 6 hours the first time I did it...but now Ive done it so many times because of the cam swap...30-40 mins tops...
2002 SOM Z28 Camaro - 12.9 @ 104 mph
1996 3800 Camaro - 13.43 @ 100.77 mph
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