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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 01:15 PM
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I got my ratchet, spark plug socket, an extension, anti seize compound. What other tools do I need to make this job as easy as possible since i have never done this before, do I need a torque wrench? Also I know someone recently mentioned having a special tool to make the hard to reach plugs easy, any idea what that would be? I appreciate any advice I get
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 01:46 PM
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4.7 or Hemi?
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 01:48 PM
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it's the 5.7 Hemi
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 02:01 PM
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Torque wrench wouldn't hurt, you won't be able to use it on all the plugs however
You'll want a 3" extension and a 6" extension. Use the 6" with the ratchet, then pop off the ratchet/extension, and use the 3" extension by hand to fish out the plug (only in the tougher to reach places)
Thats how I did it anyway! Might have to pull the brake booster, have some bungee cords handy
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 02:58 PM
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Sorry I'm pretty novice but really want to learn, what would I use the hungry cords for?
 
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Old Mar 26, 2011 | 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Brandonc24
Sorry I'm pretty novice but really want to learn, what would I use the hungry cords for?
You would use the bungee cords to hold stuff out of your way while you pull the plugs, such as the wire harness to the coils, plugs for sensors, etc.

I also used a swivel to make it easier to get to the rear plugs. A swivel can make a very rough situation a lot easier. Oh and some fresh dielectric grease on the top of the plug is a good idea too.
 
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