Installing spark plug tubes

[Bmod986]

When i did this job i used a set of pliers to pull and put back the spark plugs. I wrapped the pliers in work shop paper and stuck them in the tubes. I rotated them and they sliped right out. I did the same thing to put them back in just that I applied pressure and rotation at the same time to get them to set. I also applied a bit of fresh oil on the seals to ease putting them back. Before putting the spark plugs back I put the coils on and tightened them as much as possible and let it sit for a bit. This ensured that the tubes were seated properly. I found this quit easy except when the plugs have to be put back in. which is horrible. Not enough space, located in a hard to reach area, overall uncomfortable. And Ya let me find the pictures that i took and I will upload them.

[bar10dah]

Originally Posted by Bmod986

When i did this job i used a set of pliers to pull and put back the spark plugs.

I tried the pliers trick and ended up cracking my first tube. 13 year old plastic that's subjected to quite a few heat cycles sure weakens itself up a bit! And the biggest problem if you crack a tube, the plastic bits can drop off into the crankcase. Luckily, the bits that broke off appeared to "complete the puzzle" so I'm confident I got all the bits of plastic and there's nothing left in the crankcase.

So, immediately went to Bass Pro and bought a $1.49 transom plug. The cracked tube, and the remaining 5, came out without a single problem! Should have just spent the $1.49 to begin with, instead of trying to be cheap.