Where can I buy a Porsche T-Handle Spark Plug wrench?
 

Pelican and Performance don't have them, neither does L.A. Porsche. I can't seem to get the right combination of 3/8" ratchet and extension combination that works well. Any ideas? Other than the dealer?

I have successfully used a Craftsman sparkplug socket with built in swivel attached to a locking 6" extension.

I have not had to change my plugs yet so I DO NOT KNOW if either one of these will work. But I thought it might be worth a look.

Here is one for 5/8 (16mm):
http://www.torquestick.com/cart/catalog/5_8_SPARK_PLUG_SWIVEL_HEAD_THANDLE_WRENCH-p-75.html


Here is one for 13/16 (20.6mm):
http://www.torquestick.com/cart/catalog/13_16_SPARK_PLUG_SWIVEL_HEAD_THANDLE_WRENCH-p-76.html

Here is another site:
http://www.etoolcart.com/browseproducts/T-Handle-Spark-Plug-Wrench.html

Let me know if one of these work for you. Then I might pick one up....

Good Luck!!!

Keep an eye on the classifieds, try to find the flexible/spring loaded spark plug tool from a Porsche tool kit (I beleive up to 74) It works better than any other combo! Do a search and you will see several threads on this as well as pix of the tool.

WCC thanks, but those 12 inch plus ones I don't think will fit. I've used a ratchet and 6" extension, but not always the right fit. Thought the real p-car one might be the best overall size for all 6 plugs.

How about this one? It has the spring and it looks shorter:

http://www.man-a-fre.com/parts_accessories/tools.htm

I use the one out of my factory tool kit...works like a champ!

I would too if my car came with one when I bought it.

WCC thanks, that one is a possiblity. Can someone measure their factory one for me, total length, from top of T-Handle to bottom of the socket? thanks

I second or third or whatever the case might be the factory tool. I can remove and reinstall all 6 plugs in no time. The feel you get starting the new plug with this tool certainly elimates crossthread worries. Took me 6 months or so to find one on here for sale but it was worth the wait.

I don't like the factory toolkit tool because it's hard to locate the spark plug in its hole as the tool is very heavy and doesn't transmit anything back to your hand. I took a spark plug socket w/ rubber insert, swivel, and 4" extension and wraped with tape. It won't come apart and the tape pushes it straight. The factory tool has a wide circumferential shoulder at its opening, which makes it harder to find the plug when removing. The thin wall of the socket solves that.

CC

Maybe I'll just try that. Never having had a factory wrench I don't have any comparison.

Makes me happy that my coupe had a tool kit with it, including the spark plug tool.

Hugh,

If you still need the T-handle let me know. I think, I still have it. Actually, I have combination of extension that works for me w/o T-handle.

Snap-On trucks carry 4" 3/8 drive extensions. All other tool makers seem to jump from 3" to 6"...or, you can skip extensions all together & buy one of these...but being German, they're getting $pendy, around $50 aftetr shipping now...



http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1135367089.jpg

I second (third?) the suggestion to try & find the factory swivel / spring loaded tool. I think it was in the 911 toolkits from the 70's thru 89.

Put a wtb ad here & keep searching ebay.

There is a Porsche tool kit for sale on Ebay now, Item number: 4599342615.
Contains the newer spark-plug tool.
If you can get it for less than $100, it's a good buy.
The earlier spark-plug tool is one piece cast item that I use all the time. Very handy.
I retired my sidewinder 3/8" ratchet, extension and socket.