08-19-2010, 03:55 AM
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Thanks to you both! I appreciate the input.
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08-20-2010, 09:17 AM
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I just did my 60k and changed the plugs and o-rings. I didn't replace the tubes. It's a pretty easy job and does not take long. If you have any question, go ahead and do it.
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08-20-2010, 10:29 PM
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there's no more obvious WYIT than this, you ARE right there.
just change them...
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08-21-2010, 09:26 AM
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I'm planning to replace my O-Rings when I change the spark plugs in about a month. Is it better to change the plugs when you have the tubes out, or is it better to pull the tubes, replace the O-Rings and reinstall the tubes before changing the plugs?
Thanks
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08-21-2010, 02:50 PM
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Change the plugs while the tubes are in. That way, if the plug slips out of the socket, it doesn't fall into the crankcase. Change the tubes with the plugs out.
In other words, pull plug, pull tube. Insert new tube, then insert new plug.
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08-21-2010, 03:56 PM
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Good advice. Thanks again!
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08-21-2010, 04:21 PM
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Here's a tip for you on the tubes - use the mandrel from a 1" drum sander to pull them out.
I tried Pedro's suggestion of using a 1" boating transom plug, but I had trouble getting it tight enough to grip and by halfway through the job the transom plug was trashed. The drum sander mandrel fit better, has a bigger gripping surface, and is much easier to tighten up.
Mark
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08-23-2010, 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike_Yi
Change the plugs while the tubes are in. That way, if the plug slips out of the socket, it doesn't fall into the crankcase. Change the tubes with the plugs out.
In other words, pull plug, pull tube. Insert new tube, then insert new plug.
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Thanks. That process makes sense. While I may have figured it out on my own, I'm glad I didn't have to learn by having an unpleasant experience.
It just proves the old saying - there are no stupid questions.
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