Re: Anyone have the URL for changing plugs on 750? (archive)

I couldn't find it in the archives, but I did the job about a month ago, and I can tell you what I used. Make sure you have a universal (swivel) joint and extension bars of short (2-2 1/2") length. I also found it helpful to have a ratchet and torque wrench with a fine-tooth ratchet mechanism (so you can make it "click" with a short swing).

I attacked the plug closest to the firewall on the driver's side from the top. The driver's side is much harder than the passenger's. On the passenger side, disconnect the quick-connect to the washer bottle, remove the bolt(s) that secure it, and you can lift the whole washer bottle out of the way. Then all 6 on the passenger side are more accessible than the driver's side.

It took me about 2 hours, and I was able to get a torque wrench on every single plug, which is important for good compression and not stripping the soft aluminum threads. Use antisieze if you're not doing so already. Be patient, and good luck with the rest.

I have already changed out the first 5 on the driver side. Need to finish the 6th and all on the passenger side. I saw a post previously that gave a breakdown of tools and such.
Any help wwould be appreciated.
TIA,
Henry

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