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How hard is it to change the spark plugs?? I tried search/FAQ and did not come up with much.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Here you go... This was in the FAQ by the way....
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Thanks! Like an idiot, I overlooked the "how-to's". :rolleyes:
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Remove, taking care of not getting any crap in the holes when plugs are removed. Instal your pre-gapped plugs and torque to spec based on cover metal(aluminum or whatever). P.s> some discussion earlier about the use of the antiseize. It is warned not to use this product as you end up overtorquing the plugs and you know what will happen..... 
2001 Cavalier
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Pioneer 12 CD Changer
SOLD Green 98 Mystique
GS Sport
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SOrry. Your "verdict" about the use of antisieze on the plugs is WRONG. The stuff should be used to keep the plugs from sticking / THAT's why it's called ANTISIEZE! If you are unable to gauge the proper torque for a sparkplug in an aluminum head, you should NOT be doing this at ALL!!!!
ADDED: the proper "feel" for the tighness of the plug is the same as about a 4mm (1/4") common bolt being tightened. A 4mm bolt will SNAP OFF pretty easy with a ham-fisted effort. So be aware. It ain't like a 10mm hardened bolt with a hardened nut, at ALL.
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Originally posted by crank:
you end up overtorquing the plugs and you know what will happen..... Ever hear of a torque wrench??
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Originally posted by Elizabeth:
I AM a torque Wench. LMAO @ Elizabeth...  "Tourque Wench"
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K-Y jelly in a tight cat  Looser, search FAQ on antiseize FAQ FAQ FAQ. I think it acts as a lubricant and allows you to over torque the sparkplug! Looser, Check FAQ LOOSERS
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150-175 more kms
per tank of same size
Pioneer 12 CD Changer
SOLD Green 98 Mystique
GS Sport
Zetec ,ATX
885 Fogs mod.
Hi beam mod.
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