Plug #3

[Slyclone]

Its been a while since I have done the plugs. I know jacking the truck on the driver side makes it slightly easier, Wheel removed as well makes it easier...

I went and tried to remove the plug where the steering shaft is... I have changed the plugs 2-3 times. I had some NGK I did not like and was able to remove them, I put the spare AC delco plugs I had but its been some time. I went and tried I just forget.

Can some one refresh me.? Thanks

 

[Ty#365]

Re: Plug #3

I personally use a plug socket with a built in wobble. It makes #3 no worse than any other plug. If that is not available you can use a wrench and a plug socket with a hex end on it. Why did you not like NGK's? I've never heard someone that did not like NGK's.

 

[Slyclone]

Re: Plug #3

I have been told to always use copper when you can! I am sure I can get the NGK in the copper but theres all these platinum and V groove. I run the same delco plug that came in the truck.

I have a swivel. A few diff. extentions Just had no luck when I was out there looking it over. I think my memory is wiped out or gone.

 

[SY2932]

Re: Plug #3

"Craftsman #43322 ($9.99) 5/8" swivel spark plug socket in action on plug #3."

 

[Slyclone]

Re: Plug #3

Ok cool.

This works.

 

[DaveP]

Re: Plug #3

I hate #3. In my Blazer, the engine must sit higher or something, because the plug is exactly on-center with the steering shaft. No going over or under. I remove the steering shaft at the firewall for plug changes on it. I remove the cruise servo for access on SyTy's. Sometimes a big pry-bar between the exhaust and the steering shaft will move the steering just enough to get the socket on or off the plug.

Seems like I try something different every plug change, but it's still a PITA.

 

[DaveP]

Re: Plug #3

II've never heard someone that did not like NGK's.

I haven't used NGK's since I sold my Yamaha 2-stroke that used them OEM 35 years ago. They may be better, they may be worse. I don't know.

What I do know is that I've used CR42TS in my SyTy's for 15 years, and have never had a plug-related issue. The CR42's in WhiteTy have been in it since 2000, and have over 50,000 miles on them. They probably look like crap, and should be replaced, but it runs perfectly. It doesn't misfire, or fail smog inspection.. I refuse to touch it because it runs so well. Let sleeping dogs lie. I have no reason to switch brands. And good reasons to stay with what I've used for years. So will others.

 

[Logan]

Re: Plug #3

I just use a spark plug socket (with the rubber removed, Idk why but I hate that thing) and a 6" extension to break it loose with the ratchet and then loosen it the rest of the way by hand. Same thing when installing the new one, start it and tighten it by hand and then put the socket and extension on and give it a little torque.

 

[Quickstop [UK]]

Re: Plug #3

I hate #3. In my Blazer, the engine must sit higher or something, because the plug is exactly on-center with the steering shaft. No going over or under. I remove the steering shaft at the firewall for plug changes on it. I remove the cruise servo for access on SyTy's. Sometimes a big pry-bar between the exhaust and the steering shaft will move the steering just enough to get the socket on or off the plug.

Seems like I try something different every plug change, but it's still a PITA.

I haven't used NGK's since I sold my Yamaha 2-stroke that used them OEM 35 years ago. They may be better, they may be worse. I don't know.

What I do know is that I've used CR42TS in my SyTy's for 15 years, and have never had a plug-related issue. The CR42's in WhiteTy have been in it since 2000, and have over 50,000 miles on them. They probably look like crap, and should be replaced, but it runs perfectly. It doesn't misfire, or fail smog inspection.. I refuse to touch it because it runs so well. Let sleeping dogs lie. I have no reason to switch brands. And good reasons to stay with what I've used for years. So will others.

For posterity.

 

[milky 1704]

Re: Plug #3

if three is bad none of u guys buy headers #1 will cause u to cry. but its okay its your garage

 

[atkonkler]

Re: Plug #3

Just replace your steering shaft and it will be a tad easier to do next and every 6,000 -12,000 miles! Wobble extensions do help ! Good luck