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Old Dec 11, 2016 | 02:04 PM
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Cross threaded plug removal

I was putting in new plugs and when I got to the back driver side plug and put in the plug thinking it was all good until I tried to put the coil back on and it just didn't fit right so I tried to remove the plug with no success it's like the socket just doesn't go in far enough to reach the nit part of the plug, what can I do to fix this problem without taking it to a shop is there another way to get to the plug by removing the exhaust manifold. Please help me, thank everyone
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Old Dec 11, 2016 | 04:00 PM
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Do you have a deep socket for the spark plug? They have rubber rings in them which help retain the plugs so you can get them out. You'll need the deep socket and a 3" extension (or so). I slide them in and spin backward manually using the extension until the thread "clicks" and seats properly, then attach ratchet and tighten.
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Old Dec 13, 2016 | 08:21 AM
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i find i need a 6 inch extension when i do the plug removals on these J series engines.
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Old Dec 13, 2016 | 08:22 AM
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But to the OP, your best bet is to remove the valve cover and hopefully can extract it. You may need to insert an time-sert if you've ruined the threads in the head.
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Old Dec 13, 2016 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Chojun
Do you have a deep socket for the spark plug? They have rubber rings in them which help retain the plugs so you can get them out. You'll need the deep socket and a 3" extension (or so). I slide them in and spin backward manually using the extension until the thread "clicks" and seats properly, then attach ratchet and tighten.
I tried that it just doesn't get to the nut part of the plug which tells me it is crooked which sucks, thanks for your help
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