I have a 2004 Ford Escape with the threads (the part that screws into the engine) from two spark plugs still stuck in the heads. Will this help me?
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If the threads in the head are damaged, yes the kit will take it oversize and then put in the insert for the new plug. My mechanic uses the same kit to repair Ford 5.4L engines which have a problem of blowing the whole plug out. Great repair kit.Good luck, Mike
1048182
If the spark plug is in the head you will need a broken spark plug remover. This kit is for repairing the threads on the engine after spark plugs have blown out and damaged the factory threads. This only works on aluminum heads. If the spark plug is still in your engine you may not need to repair the threads if you can get them out with a remover, but if they are damaged, this kit is the best for the money, and it did fix my 03 mustang gt, so I recommend it!
1048183
no. you need to get the threaded part of the plug out of the head. this is to fix a problem where the threads in the head that hold the spark plug in strip out and have to be re-threaded.
1048184
If the sparkplug is still stuck in the head this tool wont get it out.but if the spark plugs blew out of the headthen this is the tool you will need to use to replace the threads allowing you to replace the plug. I hope this helps you
1048185
This too is for the 4.6/5.4 motors that the plugs are known to blow out if the heads and strip the female threads in the head out. So my guess is no it'll not work for your application, although I may be wrong and also never ran into that sort of issue. May have to look elsewhere for the exact answer you need. Sorry.
675250
This tool only works on the smaller 9/16 spark plug in the three valve 5.4 engine. You have the 5/8 spark plug. The plugs do not stick in the heads on the older engines.
1973458
I taped it together Ford holes are deep. Make sure piston is down and out of the way. I used grease on tap and then used a 1' piece of rubber hose on the end of air nozzle to blow out any shavings missed. Then stared engine with plug out let run for 30 seconds just to be sure. Worked well still running strong.
1463096
Take the loose nut all the way off. Then try. I believe it has backwards threads.
1938702
Use a dab of lock tight on the threads. Let it sit over night. You can get it at any auto parts store. It's like $4
1590243
Hi. I am not sure but the threads might be left handed so try turning the allen wrench in the opposite direction. You also might have to secure the chuck in a vise or have someone hold it with a large set of pliers while you loosen the allen bolt.
512549
Car has been running great since the plugs/coils were replaced, I would recommend these coils and use them again if needed. I used these to resolve a known issue with my '05 Escape in which the plugs/coils caused the PCM to fail. All replacement parts were bought online including the PCM which saved me quite a bit of money.
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These spark plugs have a 14mm thread and 3/4" reach. A common size. They are very good plugs that do not foul easy. Take out one of your plugs and compare it to the ones you have in the car. Oil the threads and try it.
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Yup! That happens, but in the 3 piece plugs they used in the 5.4 three valve engine, the bottom half stays in the head with no way to get it out other than the special tool you were asking about. In your case you just need to keep at it and the plug will eventually come out because you still have the metal hex nut to get hold of. The porcelain breaking off is no problem in your case, but you should blow it out so it doesn't fall in the cylinder when you do finally get the bottom half out. Sometimes squirting a little PB blaster down the spark plug hole and letting it soak a few hours can help. Good luck, keep at it! Yup! That happens, but in the 3 piece plugs they used in the 5.4 three valve engine, the bottom half stays in the head with no way to get it out other than the special tool you were asking about. In your case you just need to keep at it and the plug will eventually come out because you still have the metal hex nut to get hold of. The porcelain breaking off is no problem in your case, but you should blow it out so it doesn't fall in the cylinder when you do finally get the bottom half out. Sometimes squirting a little PB blaster down the spark plug hole and letting it soak a few hours can... » Read More Yup! That happens, but in the 3 piece plugs they used in the 5.4 three valve engine, the bottom half stays in the head with no way to get it out other than the special tool you were asking about. In your case you just need to keep at it and the plug will eventually come out because you still have the metal hex nut to get hold of. The porcelain breaking off is no problem in your case, but you should blow it out so it doesn't fall in the cylinder when you do finally get the bottom half out. Sometimes squirting a little PB blaster down the spark plug hole and letting it soak a few hours can help. Good luck, keep at it! « Show Less
1548612
If it actually works as a torque wrench (mine didn't) then it will work for spark plugs.
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Hi, I purchased 2 of these, the brass being a big factor vs. stainless. Mine too were "stuck" together - and I separated the screw top from the flame regulator as follows: unscrew the cover and the "stuck" regulator as one piece. Then, by lifting the wire "handle", slide the regulator to the side (open position), place the soon-to-be 2 piece assembly on the floor, (concrete garage floor here), and tap the screw cap, which is now exposed after "opening" the flame regulator to the side, with a large round socket - i used a 15/16" spark plug socket. Voila! Once separated they work great. In my opinion this isn't a "lemon" - it's perfect machining and assembly which fit together with almost .005" precision. Hope that helped. As I mentioned, I bought 2 of these and had to separate both of them that way.
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I think so. I got it just for torquing down the lug nuts. It has enough leverage to remove the lug nuts as well. As far as spark plugs, I think it'll work if you have some various length extensions available, if you need them. It's a long torque wrench, so you'll have plenty of leverage.
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Yes, to loose it, you might need a lot of force if you didn't apply anti-seize when you installed them. I did mine with ease. This Socket also come with magnet so it hold the spark plug when you take and put them back down. Remember when you install the spark plug back, just use this socket and your hand to manually and slowly alignment it in place and start tighten it with your hand too. then attach your wrench to this socket and tighten it with really little force. Hope this helps.
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Hi Jason. I'm a former wrench and use a Thexton 419X GM Engine Moving Tool or similar. put trans in "N" and remove upper motor mounts (ie.. dog bones), mount this tool and pull the engine towards front of car. Or like others, pulling the coil pack sure helps. Depending on the year and car sometimes you'd be shocked at what you can do from the bottom side.. Good luck my friend !!
1905230
the engine that i have has a threaded bolt hole on the end of the crankshaft. I had to put a couple of 3/4" washers behind it to serve as spacers and then i put a 5/16" bolt with a washer in the threaded hole. It really should have some type of a set screw...
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I had the same problem. The nut is an inset nut on the newer models (the manual diagram hasn't been updated to indicate as such); if you push up on the inset nut from the bottom while screwing in the bolt, it will engage the threads. Good luck!
951319
I'm sorry I forget what exact socket I used but the spark plug is longer then a standard spark plug so you would need a deep socket. I a 263 piece craftsman mechanic set and I had the socket that fit.