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Old Jan 8, 2003
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How to remove stock spark plug?

I just got my IK20s.

Took out the spark plugs cover and baaaammmm! The stock spark plugs are deep inside.

I tried using my socket extension, but my socket won't reach the plug.

sooo...is there some sort of special tool?

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all you nees is a spark plug socket, extension, and ratchet.
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Just read this


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[hr]5/8" spark Plug Socket. (The type with the rubber inside, you'll see why later)[hr]
That's what i'm missing....i'll stop by the auto store and pick one up.

Thanks
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when i took my spark plugs out i just used a socket extension and kept turning it till the spark plug was out fore sure, and then i pulled it out and the sparkplug was on the socket. Sometimes it wouldnt be but that was bc i didnt have it off all the way. I guess you need something different .
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Yea, you need the extension. You don't have to have the "spark plug" socket but it makes it easier and quicker. I didn't have a socket with the foam-rubber thing insider for a while. I would just put the plugs down the hole with a pair of pliers ( so they didn't drop and close the gap up some) and then tighten. Or I would just loosen them all the way and pull them out with needle-nose pliers.
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spark plug socket is 3.99 at sears. worth the cash
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thanks guys, found a 5/8" deep socket
 
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