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850 - 18ft/lbs to tighten spark plugs? 850 1995

posted by  Three5bangers on  Mon Dec 12 03:43 CST 2005
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That's what it says in Haynes - but they definatley seem to have the wrong numbers on rear pads - so I'm just checking with you guys.








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    850 - 18ft/lbs to tighten spark plugs? 850 1995

    posted by  MadeInJapan on  Mon Dec 12 16:29 CST 2005
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    You are talking about spark plugs and then you mention the rear pads, so I am confused. I'd go 18 and then a little nudgeon the plugs. I would also use anti-seize on the threads as well...make sure you don't get any on the any other part of the plug. Makes it much easier on the next plug change.
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      850 - 18ft/lbs to tighten spark plugs? 850 1995

      posted by  scurvy on  Sat Dec 17 08:53 CST 2005
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      I used anti-sieze on my plugs a few years ago and began to have problems under heavy acceleration with the engine "coughing" then resuming acceleration. Turns out the anti-sieze was allowing some blowby. After cleaning the plugs and threads, I've yet to have the problem again. I may have been a bit over zealous with the stuff, but it may work fine for you.








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    24 nM also putting on tiny anti-seize on threads of plug 850 1995

    posted by  Three5bangers on  Mon Dec 12 04:58 CST 2005
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      24 nM also putting on tiny anti-seize on threads of plug 850 1995

      posted by  someone claiming to be NAteB on  Wed Dec 14 12:13 CST 2005 [RELATED]

      Finger tight is fine- 14-18 pounds.

      DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN- I use a socket and fingers to get around 16 foot pounds.

      Aluminum heads require minimum torque - certainly not over 20 foot punds.







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