TFT Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 I have two XXs but only one spark plug wrench. Anybody have one they are willing to part with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Do you really foresee changing a plug on the road? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 Just buy the correct size in a deep socket and have one of those mini magnet probes. I’ve used that over a spark plug wrench for years. For tightening, I gently unscrew until I feel the thread alignment pop…then gently hand tighten. You’ll know right away if something is amiss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 6 hours ago, Zero Knievel said: For tightening, I gently unscrew until I feel the thread alignment pop ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironmike Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 28 minutes ago, superhawk996 said: ? It's an old trick to prevent cross-threading. Gently rotating the socket counterclockwise while aligned vertically will let you feel when the plug's leading thread drops a tiny bit into alignment with the head's first thread gap. It's subtle, and requires a deft touch, but it does work. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 42 minutes ago, ironmike said: It's an old trick to prevent cross-threading. Gently rotating the socket counterclockwise while aligned vertically will let you feel when the plug's leading thread drops a tiny bit into alignment with the head's first thread gap. It's subtle, and requires a deft touch, but it does work. I’m glad I’m not the only one who knows that trick. Works great when you have to thread a bolt by feel because you don’t have a good line of sight. Mostly, I do this installing oil filters where I’m lucky to just get my hand in place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 44 minutes ago, ironmike said: It's an old trick to prevent cross-threading. Gently rotating the socket counterclockwise while aligned vertically will let you feel when the plug's leading thread drops a tiny bit into alignment with the head's first thread gap. It's subtle, and requires a deft touch, but it does work. Ahhh. Yea, I've done it on some stuff. It's not something I'd think about with a BB spark plug since it would take effort to cross thread it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFT Posted January 15, 2022 Author Share Posted January 15, 2022 16 hours ago, superhawk996 said: Do you really foresee changing a plug on the road? Not in the next 20 or so years. If I decide to sell one of the bikes I would want to give the new owner a spark plug wrench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 I gotcha, Tom. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordzarkon Posted January 16, 2022 Share Posted January 16, 2022 (edited) LOL Can't imagine anyone having an extra one laying around as a spare. Myself, as well as all my buddies keep a socket set on board, as well as a spark plug swivel socket Easy Peasy Edited January 16, 2022 by lordzarkon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RXX Posted February 3, 2022 Share Posted February 3, 2022 Fuck it. I have 2 sets of tools. I’ll send you one. It’s not like I am picky about shit like that. The lack of a plug wrench will not affect the sake of either of my bikes once I am gone. Never used either of them so what’s the point? PM your address and I will get around to it soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted February 3, 2022 Share Posted February 3, 2022 12 minutes ago, RXX said: Fuck it. I have 2 sets of tools. I’ll send you one. It’s not like I am picky about shit like that. The lack of a plug wrench will not affect the sake of either of my bikes once I am gone. Never used either of them so what’s the point? PM your address and I will get around to it soon. I think Joe already took care of him as per a couple of posts up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted February 3, 2022 Share Posted February 3, 2022 Yeah, but the shed door is frozen shut and I haven't been able to get in there. I think yesterday was the first day in two weeks that it hasn't been below zero at some point every 24 hours. If Tom's in a hurry, Philip can send these off. Garage door, shed door, and back door to the house are frozen solid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampNut Posted February 3, 2022 Share Posted February 3, 2022 Who is also sending a (functional) tool kit strap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted February 3, 2022 Share Posted February 3, 2022 I'm saving those to fund my retirement. And gauge clusters. And if things get real bad, I'll sell the new OEM CB350F exhaust sets I have. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 14 hours ago, rockmeupto125 said: Yeah, but the shed door is frozen shut and I haven't been able to get in there. I think yesterday was the first day in two weeks that it hasn't been below zero at some point every 24 hours. If Tom's in a hurry, Philip can send these off. Garage door, shed door, and back door to the house are frozen solid. Did you move in with Bill? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XXitanium Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 ...all my shit works. It's only -9F tonight. But, it's a dry cold... FWIW - I have extra tool kits. I got one set for the kid's XX from rockmeupto125. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 4 hours ago, XXitanium said: It's only -9F tonight. But, it's a dry cold... LOL!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 2 hours ago, blackhawkxx said: LOL!!!! Having lived out west, there IS a difference. I’d sunbathe in freezing weather because the sun was out, and no breeze. Like an air conditioned tanning bed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFT Posted February 5, 2022 Author Share Posted February 5, 2022 On 2/3/2022 at 5:33 AM, rockmeupto125 said: Yeah, but the shed door is frozen shut and I haven't been able to get in there. I think yesterday was the first day in two weeks that it hasn't been below zero at some point every 24 hours. If Tom's in a hurry, Philip can send these off. Garage door, shed door, and back door to the house are frozen solid. I’m in no hurry. Not selling either bike in the near future. Thanks again for the offer. On 2/3/2022 at 4:15 AM, RXX said: Fuck it. I have 2 sets of tools. I’ll send you one. It’s not like I am picky about shit like that. The lack of a plug wrench will not affect the sake of either of my bikes once I am gone. Never used either of them so what’s the point? PM your address and I will get around to it soon. Thanks for the offer but Joe has me covered. I’m just very anal about stuff like that, I like to have a complete set just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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