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Old 01-28-2012, 10:10 PM
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Default $5 Spark plug tube removal tool

I tried the transom plug method for removing plug tubes. I was able to get 2 out, but by that point the washers on the plug were bent too much to get enough pressure on the 3rd tube.

I went to home depot and found these 3/4 threaded pipe nipples. The bigger one is is about 2 inches and 1 inch for the smaller one.
A few turns into the tube really secures the pipe in tight and then you can use the tee as a handle.

If I was to do the job again I would probably get a cap to screw onto the pipe and then use a screwdriver to pry for the tube which has the hose in the way.
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Old 01-28-2012, 10:49 PM
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Hey a pipe nipple! Brilliant!

Where's ed and the tool he promised on Pelican when we need him...
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Big thank you to sghokie. This method worked like a charm. I even bought the cap as you suggested. Made getting those front tubes out a breeze.
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Last year I found a galvanized pipe cap was the perfect fit to drift in a new front bearing for a Mitsu. alternator on my Miata.

Heck a plastic pipe coupler is good for drifting in a new Boxster RMS too.....



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