BFL13 wrote:
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?
I would find an INCH/LB torque wrench...not a FT/LB tq wrench...
One is a sledge hammer and one is a brad nailer...your spark plugs need to TQ to 15 FT/LBS...the convert that to inch/lbs by multiplying by 12...
12*15=180 inch lbs...my IN/LB tq wrench goes up 200 in/lbs so 180 is no problem. It's more appropriate tool for the job.
You can easily get by with hand tight and then just a little more...many people have for years...but with the right tool you can KNOW it's in there right.
Thanks!
Jeremiah
