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WHAT SIZE SOCKET DO I NEED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE SPARKPLUGS

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The most common sizes of spark plug nuts and the sockets used to remove/install them are 15/16″, 13/16″ and 5/8″. These tools are available individually or in sets at most automotive parts supply, hardware and other tool supply stores.
Please check with Polaris parts diagrams to ensure proper fitment. Sold EACH. Two spark plugs are required for twin cylinder engines.
Genuine Briggs & Stratton spark plug wrench that fits most engines. Use for 13/16″ and 5/8″ socket sizes.
Also, keep in mind the thread size of your spark plug threads. Spark plugs are available in two thread size options for motorcycles — 1/2 and 3/4 inches. For other vehicles, spark plug threads are also available in thread sizes like 8, 10, 12, 14, and 18 mm.
16mm = 5/8 inch. 17mm = almost 11/16 inch. 18mm = just over 11/16 inch. 19mm = 3/4 inch.
Socket set sizes

These are always given in imperial measurements, and will usually be either 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″ or 1″. The size of the socket head (the part that fits over or into a fastener). Usually, the smaller the drive socket size is, the smaller the socket head size will be, and vice versa.

The gap should be 0.027 inches (0.7mm).
The diameter of the plug is the measurement of the width of the threaded part of the plug on the widest part including the threads. The measurement may actually be a little under but is typically rounded up. In the example above the spark plug measures 13.80mm wide but is considered 14mm.
NGK Spark Plug Wrench size: 20,8 mm- BR9ES.
Spark Plug Sockets

Though you can technically use any socket of the right size, we recommend using the kind specifically made to pair with spark plugs. These special sockets contain rubber isolators inside intended to absorb any possible vibration within and protect the glass featured along the spark plug.

The two most common spark plug sizes in modern motorcycles and small cars are 14mm and 18mm. Some automobile manufacturers also use 16mm high-thread count spark plugs and 12mm long-reach spark plugs.
Spark Plug Sockets

Though you can technically use any socket of the right size, we recommend using the kind specifically made to pair with spark plugs. These special sockets contain rubber isolators inside intended to absorb any possible vibration within and protect the glass featured along the spark plug.

EWK 14mm 12 Point Thin Wall Magnetic Spark Plug Socket for BMW, Mini Cooper, Nissan, Infiniti.
The different types of spark plugs can seem overwhelming at first, but the simple way to find out what kind of spark plug you need is by checking your owner`s manual. The manual will specify the right plugs for your vehicle.

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I need the spark plug gap for an Ariens ST624E. the spark plug = 21533500
ANSWER : The recommended setting is .030″

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What should the spark plug gap be on a weedeater trimmer 25cc
ANSWER : Set it at .025

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What is the spark plug gap for a NGK BPM8Y – Echo Cs-400 Chainsaws
ANSWER : 20-25 thou which is around 0.6mm

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ANSWER : .025″ plug gap

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What type of spark plug and the gap size – Tecumseh Lawn Boy Push Mowers Insight Silver Powered Series – Sens – A – Speed Walk Behind Mower – 10685
ANSWER : The Tecumseh Push mowers, most or all of the Tecumseh brands uses a Champion J8c, and the gap at .020.

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What is the spark plug gap for a ryobi string trimmer model # ry30550 ?
ANSWER : I can’t say for sure, but it’s PROBABLY about 0.035″.

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I need the spark plug gap for a MTD mower model # 11A038A729. It has a Briggs 12M902 0451 E1. Thanks.
ANSWER : The proper gap is ..030″ Here is the Briggs application chart for L-Head engines like yours.
http://www.manddsmallengine.com/briggs/info/plug7.html

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How to replace ignition coil on asthil 029
ANSWER : Coil should be held on the saw with 2 torx t27 size screws. These will resemble a star. Remove the 2 screws, lift out the coil. The small wire should be attached with a spade connector, slide the spade off with needle nose pliers. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, & thread it out of the saw as you remove the coil. Assembly is reverse order of removal. For clearance, loosen coil screws, alike coil away from flywheel

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