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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 11:09 AM
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Car: 1991 Pontiac GTA
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changing plugs

Man i hope yall dont think im stupid.. but im trying to change the plugs in my 91 GTA. i cant get my big hands to the passenger back three.. my friend had to get the front passanger one and the last driver plug... any suggestions???
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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 11:19 AM
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Re: changing plugs

some guy's say to do them from the bottom .
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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 02:04 PM
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Car: 1991 Trans Am
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Re: changing plugs

I had to do the 2 closest to the firewall on the passenger side from underneath. I also have headers and used a flare nut socket from snap-on that is designed to fit in the tight space over the plug. It has a hex head that you can use a wrench to turn. Made life much easier for me. Only bad thing was that it cost $30. There are a couple of threads in the forums on how to make your own socket if you want to go that route. Try searching around.

Hope this helps.
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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 11:04 PM
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Re: changing plugs

Moving from Aftermarket Product Review board.

As has already been said, it's easiest from underneath especially if you have big hands and arms. Headers make it more fun, but I custom altered my socket.

Best wishes.
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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 11:44 PM
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Re: changing plugs

Yea thanx guys i finally put it on a lift at work and it was a dream to change all of them. thanx a lot for that.
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