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spark plug tool
can someone point me to where I can buy the spark plug tool? I've searched forever and can't find where to buy one (ebay has none, someone suggested looking there)
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12-07-2010, 03:47 PM
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You have to keep a keen eye on the classifieds forum ... tool kits as well as seperate items like fan pulley wrenches and spark plug tools come up regularly !
Cheers ! Phil
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12-07-2010, 04:09 PM
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Youll need to pay shipping... but here you go...
Spark Plug Wrench Porsche 911 / 914 / 964, Porsche | Design 911
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12-07-2010, 05:36 PM
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I have one if you are on the states.
E-mail me. |
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12-07-2010, 06:18 PM
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Forgive my ignorance, what is special about this tool? Flexes for tight spots?
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12-07-2010, 06:24 PM
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I don't have one, so I use a 3/8 drive swivel spark plug socket, and tape it to a 3" extension, and it works.
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12-07-2010, 06:36 PM
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I actually want one to use. I tried a homebrew solution but quickly learned having the right tool is always so much easier.
Bob, sent you an email. thanks |
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12-07-2010, 07:05 PM
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12-07-2010, 07:11 PM
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This adjustable HAZET worked well for me...loved by VW & 914 guys as well...
 3/8" drive stubby ratchet plugs right in...the moulded wheel is for finger starting so you don't cross thread. the center adjustment works best for 911...but can be made shorter or longer, your choice.
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12-07-2010, 07:12 PM
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My solution was a standard Craftsman 13/16 spark plug socket that has a joint connected to it...$10.00...I tied a piece of string through the joint and just pull it out every time. all you need is this and an extension.
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12-07-2010, 07:23 PM
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The original tool flexes just right and really makes the job easier - I like it but I'm sure others have good solutions just the same.
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12-07-2010, 07:42 PM
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the Hazet tool is just perfect. I also use it at mid position, but when I pull the plugs off I make it shorter so the plugs can come out very easily!
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12-07-2010, 10:51 PM
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To remove and install the sparks from my SC I built this costless tool with an old spark plug wrench and a 14 mm. steel sleeve
   When the spark runs freely, I extract it with a rubber tool bought at a motorcycle equipment shop .  The work is very fast and I do not run the risk of dropping the candle in the inside  
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12-07-2010, 10:54 PM
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Paolo...ingenious!
 Necessity was the mother of invention?
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12-07-2010, 11:52 PM
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Or you could just stop being cheap and buy the proper tool. Its one you will use over and over again...
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12-08-2010, 07:18 AM
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Some of my favorite tools.......
While I usually enjoy making some special tools for my needs, there are a couple of tools worth the money I spent. These are the valve adjustment and spark plug tools in my tool box.
 A 13/16" spark plug tool with flex joint and a 3" extension with locking feature do a good job for 911 engines. There is more satisfaction for some people when you make or build your own tools than just buying them over the counter. Tony |
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12-08-2010, 04:38 PM
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boyt911sc - please provide the mfr part no for the valve adjustment tool
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12-08-2010, 06:21 PM
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Tool information.........
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The valve adjustment tool has the following markings on it: Blue-Point YA8890 13 mm It was given to me by my son. Which was purchased from Snap-On. HTH. Tony |
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12-09-2010, 05:10 PM
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Just keep an eye out on this forum and ebay. It's funny when you are looking for something it's usually hard to find. So start thinking about something else you want to buy and you'll probably find three guys selling a spark plug tool.
BTW...the first time I changed spark plugs I didn't have it and taped extensions together. Not terrible, but after you have the tool, you realize how much easier it is.
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12-09-2010, 05:40 PM
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For professional results...this socket (SnapOn w/internal magnet) has, with my hands and a combination of (1) 3" extension, and (1) 1" extension, replaced thousands of 911 spark plugs. The exterior of the socket must be machined slightly to help with cylinder #1.
 
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12-09-2010, 05:56 PM
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