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seventythree · 03-04-2012, 08:54 PM

Is the expensive Porsche grease really necessary for this job?
I have plenty of Silicone grease around the house, but my first inclination would be to use motor oil to lubricate the O-rings to facilitate installation.
Am I overlooking something?

TIA

03-04-2012, 08:54 PM	#1
seventythree Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SoCAL Posts: 238	Spark Plug Tube O-ring Install? Is the expensive Porsche grease really necessary for this job? I have plenty of Silicone grease around the house, but my first inclination would be to use motor oil to lubricate the O-rings to facilitate installation. Am I overlooking something? TIA