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Spark plug change on a V6
03-29-2009, 05:06 AM
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Spark plug change on a V6 Ok guys I want to change my own spark plug on my 2000 Chevy Camaro V6. I want to know if I need any special tools ( I should have a spark plug tool in my kit) or anything I should be aware of. What is the steps of changing the plugs. And what make and type will most likely be the best? Thank you in advance.
03-29-2009, 08:35 AM
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Changing the spark plugs is a pretty simple job. As long as you have the spark plug socket and a good wrench with an extension than you'll be fine. Just take your time. If this is the first time they've been changed than it might take a little bit of effort to break the plug free.
As far as which plug to use, I like NGKs. I hear good things about them. There is no real procedure for doing them, just start with a plug and work your way to the others. I would put dielectric grease in the wire to keep any moisture out.
Good luck.
*Edit: Also, when connecting the spark plug wires again listen for a click. It's quite but you'll want to hear it to make sure the connection is fine.
As far as which plug to use, I like NGKs. I hear good things about them. There is no real procedure for doing them, just start with a plug and work your way to the others. I would put dielectric grease in the wire to keep any moisture out.
Good luck.
*Edit: Also, when connecting the spark plug wires again listen for a click. It's quite but you'll want to hear it to make sure the connection is fine.
03-29-2009, 10:45 AM
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Changing the spark plugs is a pretty simple job. As long as you have the spark plug socket and a good wrench with an extension than you'll be fine. Just take your time. If this is the first time they've been changed than it might take a little bit of effort to break the plug free.
As far as which plug to use, I like NGKs. I hear good things about them. There is no real procedure for doing them, just start with a plug and work your way to the others. I would put dielectric grease in the wire to keep any moisture out.
Good luck.
*Edit: Also, when connecting the spark plug wires again listen for a click. It's quite but you'll want to hear it to make sure the connection is fine.
As far as which plug to use, I like NGKs. I hear good things about them. There is no real procedure for doing them, just start with a plug and work your way to the others. I would put dielectric grease in the wire to keep any moisture out.
Good luck.
*Edit: Also, when connecting the spark plug wires again listen for a click. It's quite but you'll want to hear it to make sure the connection is fine.
03-29-2009, 05:43 PM
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I vote for NGK's also.
I have done plugs on a 3800 v6 firebird and it was a PITA. Doable yes, but not fun. The rear ones are pretty tough when your laying on your back in the driveway.
I have done plugs on a 3800 v6 firebird and it was a PITA. Doable yes, but not fun. The rear ones are pretty tough when your laying on your back in the driveway.
03-30-2009, 05:15 AM
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03-30-2009, 05:36 PM
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2000 has the newer exhaust manfolds doesn't it? Should be easier.
My 98 is a little bit of a pain. Just takes time. I do most of them from the bottom except for #2 (front on the passenger side). Found that to be easiest. #6 is a royal pain though. I have the old "log" manifolds, 2000 I believe are tubular and make things a bit easier from what I hear.
My 98 is a little bit of a pain. Just takes time. I do most of them from the bottom except for #2 (front on the passenger side). Found that to be easiest. #6 is a royal pain though. I have the old "log" manifolds, 2000 I believe are tubular and make things a bit easier from what I hear.
03-30-2009, 09:07 PM
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i did 3 and 6 from bottom rest from top. i just did mine 5 days ago. took about 20 mintures for 1-5. a little more for 6 since i didn't have right extensions and tools and rigged ruducers and such to get it to work.
03-31-2009, 02:05 AM
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Ok guys so here is the update. I have bought the NGK Platinum plugs. Now before I install them , How much is the gap suppose to be set at? The manual says a 0.060, but those are for the AC Delco ones. I heard people running plugs with a 0.6 gap. What shall I gap them at? Also if anyone has a writeup on how to install plugs on a camaro I would greatly aprieciate it . I have a long 10" extension and a 4" extension, as well as the plug socket (3/8). Is that sufficient?
03-31-2009, 11:51 AM
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0.060 gap. A 0.6 gap is huge, no way that's correct since no plug can have a gap that size 
You may find a swivel to be helpful, and perhaps a stubby (2") extension. I needed a stubby extension, a swivel, and a short extension to get #6 but again that was on my 98 with the horrible exhaust manifold design.
You may find a swivel to be helpful, and perhaps a stubby (2") extension. I needed a stubby extension, a swivel, and a short extension to get #6 but again that was on my 98 with the horrible exhaust manifold design.
04-04-2009, 02:17 AM
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Actually, I measured them and they are set at a 0.059. I can just Install them as is. I got the NGK GP Platinum. I will try it on a off day when I have lots of time to do it.
04-04-2009, 12:54 PM
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I didn't see you mention changing the wires. I have had 2 V-6 birds and I have had the wires fail on both. Because they run so far accross the engine. One wire went bad and blew out one of the coils. I would recommend changing them too. If you don't have the cash you can do them later, but eventually you will have problems if you don't change the wires.