Need some tools!

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StingerKod

Discussion Starter · Feb 12, 2002

Hello I wanna replace my Spark plugs and I need to buy the tool to take out the old spark plugs, where can I get em??? Dealer charges damn too much for em in my opinion!

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Re: Need some tools! (StingerKod)

http://www.parts4vws.com i got the metal one (~$40) from there. did the plastic one on your hoodprop break? mine broke cause i changed my plugs while my engine was fairly hot...

thomas

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germanrox

· #3 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (VR6roar)

I think he's asking where to get an actual spark plug remover socket. Just go down to any auto parts store and ask for a deep-socket spark plug remover. You can even find them with a rubber center as to not damage the plug!

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VR6roar

· #4 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (germanrox)

, i read it wrong...yeah, i jsut got a 10" extension from ACE hardware and the regular spark plug socket. my bad guys

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StingerKod

Discussion Starter · #5 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (VR6roar)

thanks guys, I mean is it worth the money to go to the dealer and have them do it for $70? don't think so I mean anyone can do this. Is there any good spark plugs out there??? out of curiously...?

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VR6roar

· #6 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (StingerKod)

i'd rather spend the money on tools and the plugs. it doesn't take that long and you get to be a little closer to your car.

oem ngk plugs...i dont knwo if its still teh BKR5EKU plug. i use the regular ones, not the platinum ones. http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

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germanrox

· #7 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (VR6roar)

I just bought the Bosch platnum^2's, some factory plug wires (they're the best I hear) and did the whole shoot-n-match in about an hour. Used my bud's spark plug remover and torque wrench. I wouldn't take it to the dealer, but I have my own opinions on dealers in Wa..........
Save the $70 man, do it yerself http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

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kevinvr6

· #8 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (VR6roar)

quote:[HR][/HR] http://www.parts4vws.com i got the metal one (~$40) from there. did the plastic one on your hoodprop break? mine broke cause i changed my plugs while my engine was fairly hot...

thomas[HR][/HR]

I think you're thinkin about the plug wire removal tool?

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StingerKod

Discussion Starter · #9 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (kevinvr6)

what kinda tools do i need to do all this? list em for me, it will make it lot easier. whats this torque remover??? whats is do? thanks.

[Modified by StingerKod, 7:47 PM 2-12-2002]

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JettaRed

· #10 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (StingerKod)

spark plug socket (probably 5/8") 3/8" drive
10" extension 3/8" drive
rachet wrench 3/8" drive
torque wrench 3/8" drive
spark plug wire removal tool (this is the most important item; if you pull on the wires by hand, you WILL break them!)
(I recommend 3/8" drive because the extension will be skinnier; 1/2" might be too thick.)

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StingerKod

Discussion Starter · #11 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (JettaRed)

where can I get this spark plug removal tool??? any auto shop or VW has their own???

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corpsedub

· #12 · Feb 12, 2002

Re: Need some tools! (StingerKod)

hold on hold on hold on!!!!..from your post you drive a 99.5..so you have the new VR6 right? anyway. there should be loops on the top of the plug wires. use a screwdriver to pop up the loop..then pull.. each wire has a built in puller..YOU DONT NEED A TOOL if this is the case.

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