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BFL13
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Feb 12, 2015

Spark Plug Change in a Truck--How Hard Can it Be? Update#2

Update-fuel filter only- 26 Feb 15. Update 2- 28 Feb The 2003 Chev 2500HD 6.0 Gasser we got new with now 150,000km on it is getting cranky going up hills while towing. Lots of snappy bangs and th...
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BFL13
Explorer II
Feb 13, 2015
There are lots of such stores, some with tool rentals, but no HF as such around here.

I have a torque wrench I got for the trailer wheels (they need 100lbs) after a flat tire episode, but have no idea if it would be suitable for this job or how much torque a spark plug needs.

I will find out more about all this before going too far. Look before you leap, etc.

What are the risks from just getting the plug in "good and tight" like you would "normally" instead of to the proper torque?

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