Spark plug socket size and torque setting on plugs

[KingKole02]

What size socket should I have for the plugs?

[Hooligan]

5/8" deepwell or 15mm will do it.

[CREWZIN]

The PT plugs are the thin type. I believe 5/8". They sell special plug sockets for these thin plugs that have a rubber insert to hold the plug steady and probably help you not break off the tip.

[KingKole02]

I bought the deep well 5/8" last night but without the rubber insert.

Now I need to know how to read the torque ratchet and what torque for the plugs.
I heard it needs to be torqued at 13ft lbs?

[PianT]

quote:Originally posted by KingKole02

I bought the deep well 5/8" last night but without the rubber insert.

Now I need to know how to read the torque ratchet and what torque for the plugs.
I heard it needs to be torqued at 13ft lbs?

Not sure of the torque required but the wrench should be easy to read. Should be a gauge on the tool, just tighten it until the gauge or needle reads the correct torque and thats it.

If it is 13ft/lbs thats not much, go easy on that wrench young man!!

[CREWZIN]

Don't know if all torque wrenches are the same but most have at least 2 different types of measurements ie: foot pounds / KPS-KGS. The tip/bottom of the wrench tightens or holds the setting, unloosen that first, then start turning the handle until the handle top is level with the marked indicator on the bar at 13 foot pounds. Tighten down the tip of the bar to lock in the setting. At least that's how mine works. [:I] 13 foot pounds is not much, don't over do it and make sure you use Anti-Seize Lubricant on the plug threads.