I installed spark plug adapter because of leaking oil and now I can't remove adapter.Is there any way to remove these adapters?
Aug 12, 2020 at 1:36 AM
Spark plug adapter removal
2002 MAZDA 626
JERDOG63
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Good morning,
Was this a self tapping or a straight bolt in replacement?
Did you use any thread sealer when you installed it?
Roy
Was this a self tapping or a straight bolt in replacement?
Did you use any thread sealer when you installed it?
Roy
Aug 12, 2020 at 4:18 AM
Hey Roy! Yes this was straight bolt in adapter.No thread sealer.
Aug 12, 2020 at 9:08 AM
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Okay, thanks.
Then it should come out with the same effort from installing.
Did you install it? Was there any issue installing it?
Roy
Then it should come out with the same effort from installing.
Did you install it? Was there any issue installing it?
Roy
Aug 12, 2020 at 9:12 AM
It doesn't come out with the spark plug.
Aug 12, 2020 at 9:21 AM
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It will not.
The plug should come out then the adapter can be removed. You need a socket that fits the adapter to remove it.
Roy
The plug should come out then the adapter can be removed. You need a socket that fits the adapter to remove it.
Roy
Aug 12, 2020 at 9:25 AM
I did try that but there is no socket bigger than a 5/8 that will fit down the port.It was suggested by a rookie that I try putting a strong epoxy to the end of an old spark plug and try inserting it.I wanted your input first.
Aug 12, 2020 at 10:06 AM
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Can you post me some pictures of what you see?
Why did you use the adapter and why are you removing it?
Roy
Why did you use the adapter and why are you removing it?
Roy
Aug 12, 2020 at 10:10 AM
I was getting oil on my plugs from the valve cover gaskets leaking ,causing them to misfire,so I temporarily installed adapter to compensate for the misfire until I could change the valve cover gaskets.Now that I have changed gaskets,I wanted to remove the adapter,as I have new plugs and new valve cover gaskets.I will send pics as soon as I get to the car.
Aug 12, 2020 at 10:00 PM
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Sounds good. I will be watching for the pictures.
Roy
Roy
Aug 13, 2020 at 3:48 AM
This is the adapter:
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Aug 14, 2020 at 11:14 AM
I hope you can see this.
Aug 14, 2020 at 11:15 AM
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You could try using a thread sealer on the spark plug to the adapter and let it sit for a few hours and see if it will come loose.
Roy
Roy
Aug 14, 2020 at 11:17 AM
I will try that.Thanks a million!
Aug 14, 2020 at 4:47 PM
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You are welcome.
Always glad to help.
Roy
Always glad to help.
Roy
Aug 14, 2020 at 5:01 PM
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