Any tips or tricks?
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Any tips or tricks?
I have a '98 Z. Do you guys have any tips on how to change the #8 spark plug on the passenger side, closest to the firewall? I was looking at tackling this job this weekend, but I just don't see how to get my hands that little space. Thanks...
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when i have to do something under there, i take the proppellershaft off and the gearbox brackets, and then let the motor go down a little bit, way more space
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I've never done it as maintenance. I've always changed plugs when I was installing headers. That said, its not "that" hard to get too if you unbolt the coil packs from the valve cover... plus it makes putting the plug wire back on a lot easier too. But I've usually also got the air tube removed at this point too.
It may seem like a lot of work, but I would be willing to bet removing all that stuff is easier in the long run then trying to wedge your hand back there.
Of course I would jack the car up first and see what kind of access you have from the bottom before you start pulling stuff apart up top.
Do a search and I've sure you will find a write up on it somewhere.
It may seem like a lot of work, but I would be willing to bet removing all that stuff is easier in the long run then trying to wedge your hand back there.
Of course I would jack the car up first and see what kind of access you have from the bottom before you start pulling stuff apart up top.
Do a search and I've sure you will find a write up on it somewhere.
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when i have to do something under there, i take the proppellershaft off and the gearbox brackets, and then let the motor go down a little bit, way more space
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Originally Posted by SilverSierra
Are you kidding? Its not hard at all. Take the damn coil packs off and just reach. I have large hands and I can do it without issue. No fancy tools, just ratchets and wrenches
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Originally Posted by SilverSierra
I noticed absolutely no difference in ease of plug change after longtubes.....
dri side 5 min
pass side 15min
coil packs 10 min
all done from the top.....
dri side 5 min
pass side 15min
coil packs 10 min
all done from the top.....