MAROBOY_TRAV

Is there a thread that gives hints or explains an easier way to swap out my plugs on my 94 lt1? I kno it's not going to be easy but any advice will help..

myltwon

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easiest way to get to your plugs is first ditch the stock manifolds for some long tubes. if you've already done that, the next step is to find the stubbiest 5/8 spark plug socket you can and then grind it down even shorter. use an open ended wrench on the back on the socket to turn it.

I have Jet Hot/Hooker long tubes and from the top, reaching around blindly, is my best angle.

jaycenk

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I never had a problem getting it out. It was always getting it back in for me that sucked. I used a socket and then added the wrench on after I got the socket on it. Then I would only turn it one or 2 turns and use a my hand the rest of the way so the extesion wont get stuck on it. then it took my wife and her skinny long arms 45 min to get it started on the threads the correct way and not cross threaded. I could not get my arm in there.

93BlackZ28

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Sometimes its easier to go at it from under the car

jaycenk

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Yea you may have better luck under the car. My 97 with a cat sitting there I couldn't seem to get to it but you may be able to in a 94

SexyTransAm

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if you have and want to keep the stock manifolds, then drop the y pipe. that will give you much more room. thats what i did the last time i changed mine before i got headers

l 95 Trans Am l

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Even with longtubes I still find it easier to get underneath for all of them. Then again i have a lift so getting underneath isnt too much of a hassle

93z28ltone

Took me and my father in law to get that one plug I've heard if you take the starter of it makes it easier to get to

gregrob

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HVAC Delete

killerz97

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I was able to get at it from underneath much easier. I have stock manifolds right now. Just did my wires Thursday and i need to change to a different plug so i get to swap plugs out tomorrow.

Cheap Guy

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If I recall correctly, the easiest way to get the rear passenger plug is to lay on top of the engine, and reach in from the top. I think someone even called it the "Superman" position.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/lt1-lt4-m...plugs-lt1.html

(Wow, I can't believe it was that long ago that I changed the plugs in my old LT1, LOL.)

93z28ltone

I felt like the incredible hulk when I did mine screaming cussing and throwing things

killagt

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ask your gf give u a hand, her hand small to reach the spot ^^

1slo_camaro

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i always jacked my car up and crawled underneath and got it with a socket and a wrench then reached in and unscrewed it. 30 second job no problem

great421

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Q - "Any easier way to get to my back passenger side spark plugs?"

My advice - drop the starter; two bolts and then (Ta-Da!!) access!

jaycenk

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You must be gumby then lol.

Ray@Nitrous Outlet

1slo_camaro

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hahha nah really. i also had a set of pacesetter LTs i would never attempt to pull the plugs with stock manis in there. lol


take some advice OP and trash the stock manis and get some headers life will be better!!!!!

defaultexistence

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plugs hard from top are easier from the bottom..starter moved and its party time...and.. longtubes and tubular k-member for the mother clucking win!

jasonz28camaro

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use a socket with the hex head on the back of it and put a wrench on it. use a ratchet style wrench if you have one makes all plugs come out very fast, 20 min tops.