I'm sure the GM engineers set up a stop so the engine can only go so
far.
Ronald Wong wrote:
>
> Who wants to remove the intake manifold to change the plugs every time? I
> can see your Mom's mechanic. Oops..I let the engine fall against the
> radiator....now, what?
>
> Ron
> 00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
> For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
> http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of Andy Levy
> Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2001 6:56 PM
> To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Dodge Question
>
> Removing the intake manifold helps a LOT.
>
> My mother's Buick Regal has hinged engine mounts on the front. To
> replace the plugs, they pull a pin and rotate the engine forward to get
> at them. I'd like to see them actually do it, it sounds too cool!
>
> "Robert D. Smith" wrote:
> >
> > Hey, Bob,
> > Ron's got it right! MAJOR PITA !!! I changed the plugs in my 95 Caravan -
> > all from the top side. Could hardly find them on the back side, even after
> > removing the aircleaner. Broke the last 2 on the back side getting them
> out
> > & then broke the last one at install trying to get the last little tweak
> on
> > the wrench to seat it. Top 1/2 came out in the sparkplug socket. Got the
> > bottom 1/2 loose & dropped it near the receiver hole. Couldn't get it out
> > from the top. Crawled underneath & got so P-Oed that I bent the heat
> shrouds
> > out of the way in order to get at it. Amazing how you can make your arms
> > longer when you have to, lol!
> >
> > Bob Smith
> > 2K DAKSY CC Sport +
> > 3.9l; V6: 4X4
> >
> > For the mods,details, etc., visit us at:
> >
> > http://home.nycap.rr.com/daksy/
> >
> > (ps, we're still working on it!)
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