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Re: [T3] cross threaded spark plugs


On Thursday 04 October 2001 07:38, Dave Campen wrote:
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: phil cain <bearsvw2000@yahoo.com>
>
> > > Did you not know that all VW workers have
> >
> > feelavision, (work without seeing). I use a spark plug
> >  socket with a 3inch extison and start the plugs by
> > hand then tighten with ratchet, 1/2 turn past snug to
> > crush washer.To clean hole use a spark plug threader,
> > with grease on it, to clean the threads(grease to
> > catch the shavings)14mm, be sure to have it at the
> > right angle. Don't see why it took so long,You must
> > like being with your car. Let us know how it turns
> > out. Phil (P.S. I have most likley changed a few more
> > vw plugs than you and have got all the angles down
> > pat).
>
> A wheel bolt with a slot cut down the side of the thread can be used as a
> thread chaser. Just make sure you don't drop it inside the tinware!
>
I don't think so. I have a damaged lug bolt hole, and have been investigating 
the lug bolt thread size, to get a tap to repair it. The books say that the 
lug bolt is 14mm x 1.50, and spark plugs are 14mm x 1.25 .

-- 
Russ Wolfe
'71 Fastback AT
'66 Fastback MT (IT RUNS)
russw@classicvw.org
http://www.classicvw.org

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