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Thread: plug replcement in '82

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    Al Pitt
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    Default plug replcement in '82

    Can the spark plugs come out from above?

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    c4ever
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    Not quite sure what you mean but installing plugs in the 82 was quite painless compared to the C4. Some I access from the top and others are quite easy when attacked from underneath. it's a good opportunity to also clean and check your plug wire hold downs (retaining clips) when underneath her.

    Carlo

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    I took the rears out from the bottom (very easy). The front two come out from the top (a little more difficult but not too bad).

    How's the snow in Foster? I used to live in North Smithfield.

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    How often should/do you change the plugs and the wires?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stallion
    How often should/do you change the plugs and the wires?
    I do a complete overhaul every year, plugs included. The wires I change upon overall visual inspection. If kept clean and off hot spots they will normally last a few years before i change them.

    Carlo

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    Carlo, it would be greatly appreciated if you could expand on "complete overhaul". It sounds like you do a lot of preventive maintenance. Could you just quickly type out a list so I (and others) can learn. That would be much appreciated!

    Stallion

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    Al Pitt
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    If It's in RI it is stolen! BEWARE. Almost lost mine before I got it home. Flat bed fever. Kill switch means nada.
    Quote Originally Posted by Stallion
    How often should/do you change the plugs and the wires?

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