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spark plug removal

Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2016 1:28 pm
by dergav
The simple issues are sometimes a problem!
What tool do I need to fit onto the deep seated spark plug in the Forza?..in UK.
I see Halfords have a long 14mm plug removal tool but it may be too long at 12 ins to work in the confined space. Some others on ebay...so any advice before I buy. Unfortunately my socket set has not got the depth of tool needed.

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2016 5:15 pm
by davenowherejones
Do you have the factory tool kit? It has a spark plug socket in it. I have tons of tools but ended up having to use the factory socket. If you are careful a regular 14 mm deep socket may work. I struggled with this simple task also.

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:26 am
by dergav
senility has set in !! forgot about the "tool kit" as I never use it.of course it has the socket..
thanks Dave....now where do I live?

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 10:03 am
by davenowherejones
Your user info says mid scotland. But where is that?

My mother was born almost in the Solway on the English side.

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 11:11 am
by you you
davenowherejones wrote:Your user info says mid scotland. But where is that?

My mother was born almost in the Solway on the English side.

Lucky escape...

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 12:35 pm
by dergav
I am in Stirling Dave..about midway Glasgow/ Edinburgh but " slightly North"...so Mid Scotland.
Got the plug changed and that pesky oil filter off!...think the guy who put that on must have been in the Mr Universe contest...

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:07 pm
by davenowherejones
I have a cheap oil filter end cap socket. I struggled to get the filter off. I need to buy a better quality oil filter wrench.

Re: spark plug removal

Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2016 4:54 pm
by dergav
Dave....The England side of the Solway Firth is into or bordering the Lake District...about 120/140mls from Stirling...have listed that as one of my planned "Forza trips" sometime...been there by car but will be better by bike.
Tomorrow I will change the brake fluids using a Mityvac .Oil change seems to have worked...no leaks as yet!