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Title: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: rajveer.sandhu on 19 August 2010, 13:57:48

Hi,

I have read the article on 2.6/3.2 spark plug removals. However I have a 3.0 V6. Is there a guide for my type of engine?

Raj

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Andy B on 19 August 2010, 14:09:50

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Hi,

I have read the article on 2.6/3.2 spark plug removals. However I have a 3.0 V6. Is there a guide for my type of engine?

Raj

Just follow the guide for the 2.6/3.2 there's very little difference, just keep the plug leads in the correct order, easiest if you do 1 at a time.  ;)

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: rbramm on 19 August 2010, 14:17:52

and be careful when moving the pipes and electrical connections on the passenger side bank for access. they are easy to damage.  :)

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Road Hog Mad on 19 August 2010, 15:11:47

you need to unscrew that brake vacuum pipe to get to number 6!

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Road Hog Mad on 19 August 2010, 15:17:07

some pics..

pic 1, easiest side.

pic 2, these need to be moed or removed.

approx. 40 minute job.

http://img535.imageshack.us/i/16122008436.jpg/

http://img835.imageshack.us/i/16122008441.jpg/

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: rajveer.sandhu on 19 August 2010, 15:21:51

Ok il give it a try this weekend.
Is there something that I need to put around the thread/screw end of the spark plug? i.e grease etc.? before screwing them back into place?

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Brikhead on 19 August 2010, 15:33:56

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Ok il give it a try this weekend.
Is there something that I need to put around the thread/screw end of the spark plug? i.e grease etc.? before screwing them back into place?

Nothing is needed on the sparkplug threads, just be careful not to overtighten them or leave them too loose.
I'm not sure of the correct torque, but I advise you to find out, if possible.

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Auto Addict on 19 August 2010, 15:37:57

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Ok il give it a try this weekend.
Is there something that I need to put around the thread/screw end of the spark plug? i.e grease etc.? before screwing them back into place?

Nothing is needed on the sparkplug threads, just be careful not to overtighten them or leave them too loose.
I'm not sure of the correct torque, but I advise you to find out, if possible.

25nm.

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Alldi on 19 August 2010, 19:44:20

I always put a thin smear of copper  grease on the threads to stop them seizing and making it easier to remove them next time.

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: Andy B on 19 August 2010, 20:22:50

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I always put a thin smear of copper  grease on the threads to stop them seizing and making it easier to remove them next time.

So do I, but shhhhhhh! don't tell Chris.  ;)  ;)  ;)

Title: Re: 3.0 V6 Spark Plug Removal
Post by: dbug on 19 August 2010, 22:36:55

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I always put a thin smear of copper  grease on the threads to stop them seizing and making it easier to remove them next time.

So do I, but shhhhhhh! don't tell Chris.  ;)  ;)  ;)

So do I and have done for over 40 years without any problem!! :y

Anything from souped up side valve Ford, TR3, TR4, TR5, TR6, MGB engined Riley, Jags, even my race cars!!