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

[Hugh R]

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?

[gr8fl4porsche]

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

[wcc]

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!!!

[rlane]

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.

[Hugh R]

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.

[wcc]

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

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

[sand_man]

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

[Hugh R]

Originally posted by sand_man
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

[wilke3169]

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.

[Crachian]

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.

[Hugh R]

CC

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

[FrayAdjacent911]

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

[valenciacarrera]

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.

[pwd72s]

Originally posted by Hugh R
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.

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...

[ubiquity0]

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.

[2.7RACER]

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.