spk. plugs LS1

[masterblaster]

I KNOW there has to be specialty tools for changing plugs, is there a preferred tool out there for this job? I am dreading replacing the plugs. How many miles do you guys go before changing plugs? Thanks for any advice.

[quicky06]

they make spark plug sockets. there expensive but they work

all it is is a normal deep well with a rubber piece on the inside that holds the plug in place for you and protects the ceramic

[ntimid8r]

I just purchased the spark plug socket that SLP makes (PN 30102). It is expensive, like $22.00. It's only a regular spark plug socket which is machined down so it's not as long as regular. Also the back end of it is hex shaped so you can fit a 19mm wrench on it for tight fit space.
http://www.slponline.com/view_product.asp?P=30102&BIG=30102-1

It helps alot but due to the space, nothings that easy.

Good luck

[PaganEgyptian]

I just purchased the spark plug socket that SLP makes (PN 30102). It is expensive, like $22.00. It's only a regular spark plug socket which is machined down so it's not as long as regular. Also the back end of it is hex shaped so you can fit a 19mm wrench on it for tight fit space.
http://www.slponline.com/view_product.asp?P=30102&BIG=30102-1

It helps alot but due to the space, nothings that easy.

Good luck
Thats funny, 20 bux to cut down a 6 dollar socket.

[Radkon]

Remember to dab some anti sieze on the new plugs before you put them in. And start them by hand or use a rubber hose. Don't start threading the plugs with the socket if you cross thread them you'll thrash the heads.

[99 Formula]

i just use a regular plug socket and some anti-seize...never had aproblem w/ that set up..

[shift_down]

I just use the standard spark plug socket and ratchet for all the plugs excluding the #8 plug. for that I use the socket with a ratcheting box wrench from below, works every time.