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techtalk:ref:tools129 [2018/11/01 04:10] hippysmack [Commercially available] |
techtalk:ref:tools129 [2019/04/08 21:12] hippysmack [Flexible Extension for Dual Plug Heads] |
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^ Homemade Spark Plug Gapping Tool ((photo by Deep Diver of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=395586&page=5)) ^ | ^ Homemade Spark Plug Gapping Tool ((photo by Deep Diver of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=395586&page=5)) ^ | ||
- | ===== Spark Plug Hole Adapters for Diagnostic Testing ===== | + | ===== Flexible Extension for Dual Plug Heads ===== |
- | These are used in place of the spark plug to hook up diagnostic tools (compression tester, leak-down tester etc.). \\ They can also be used to adapt a 14mm TDC whistle or piston stop to a Sporty engine. | + | Care should be taken when installing the top spark plug on S models or any with dual plug heads. \\ |
- | + | It's easy to get into the wrong position and break the end of the plug with a conventional wrench. \\ | |
+ | This flexible extension allows you to maneuver the plug into the hole using the handle on the end to start the threads without much force. \\ | ||
+ | If the plug doesn't thread easily, the grip will slip on the plug instead of forcing the threads together and cross-threading them. \\ | ||
+ | Then you simply back it out, re-position and try again until the threads are started correctly. \\ | ||
+ | Once the threads are started, remove the flex tool, use a conventional plug wrench to snug up and then a torque wrench for final tightening. \\ | ||
+ | | STEELMAN PRO 08310R flexible 12-Inch spark plug starter tool ((photos by Hippysmack)) ||| | ||
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