Mark Salvetti

i didn’t say it would be easy.

But yeah, an aerosol is going to be your best bet. Kroil or PB Blaster.

Mark

Cayman292

Glad to see you restoring a classic. I always kicked myself for not buying a black 69S when I was in Colorado in the 70s

theiceman

I wonder if it would be worth getting some heat on the heads with a propane torch from underneath. The expanding aluminum may allow the plugs to crack free.
Thoughts ?

Mark Salvetti

I don't know - good question. It might be tough to get the heat where you want it, especially with the engine in the car.

Another thought is to go the other way - try to hit the plug with an aerosol freeze spray to make it colder. The temp shock might also help free up the threads.

Mark

san_arthur

TheIceMan and Mark Silvetti

I love torches but it was not necessary.

I was inside the engine compartment trying my best to fit my hands and preventing the spark plug socket from separating from the extension when my wife show up and asked me what I was doing?
-I'm trying to get the spark plug out of the engine and I can't.-
-Can I ask you something?- She asked.
-Of corse darling what do you need?-
-Shouldn't you be pushing the ratchet towards the front to unscrew instead of pulling?-

So, no fire needed.

I started with the driver side, no AC compressor in the way, and injected MArvel Oil thru the spark plug hole and replace the spark plug.

I was going to start the right side but the space is so cramped that I decided to get a better or more appropriate socket. I don't want to deal with loose sockets in that side.

Cylinder 2




Cylinder 1




Cylinder 3




I injected Marvel Oil inside.




And screw the spark plug back in while I get to the other side.



Next is welding together my socket and extension but is 6.5" too long? How long is the Porsche socket tool?

theiceman

Didnt you get the factory tool kit ?? Thats the best tool for getting plugs out in my opinion

Well that and the lefty loosey approach.

san_arthur

I did not get the factory tool but I managed with a homemade extension.

I have a question regarding the tank.
I took my tank to my favorite radiator shop, where I always take my motorcycle tanks. I was told there is too much corrosion and degradation of what apear to be a liner. He suggested replacement, he could garante his job.

Is there a liner inside the factory tank or is it just rust and old gasoline gunk?

Should I try cleaning it or just get a tank replacement?

Where should I get the tank from?

THanks

evilfij

The aftermarket tanks are like $400 so probably worth it to get a new tank, lines if at all suspect etc. make sure to replace the mounting seal on the tank when replacing.

san_arthur

Thanks for the advice.

Mark Salvetti

I'm pretty sure that Dansk makes the only replacement tanks. Shop around the usual sources (Pelican, Zims, Stoddard's, Sierra Madre). Actually cheapest I see right now is PartsGeek (about $350). Keep in mind it will be a bare steel tank, painted black. You'll need to coat it to protect it. If you don't care about originality, your easiest option may be a pickup bed liner product.

I would still be tempted to try a few gallons of apple cider vinegar in your original tank first. You may be able to save it (there is no liner).

Mark

r911

ok, why not white vinegar?