2002 ford excursion spark plug change
Fleet Mechanic
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Always what way? Anyone that was a mechanic for years knows what a good wrench is. I hate Snap-on wrenches, they are plenty strong but read what I wrote. I never could figure out why people doubt the word of professionals. That was a rediculous statement you made above. Are you always this way? I think you should stick with changing oil and spinning lug nuts. 
The OP asked a specific question on if we had any tips on how to change the plugs. I offered what has worked for me many times. If you don't like it - move on but that doesn't mean it doesn't work.
Post Fiend
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From: Mt. Shasta California
Always this way actually - you get challenged and want to be the only correct view point. Then you want to insult me? Get a grip on yourself.
The OP asked a specific question on if we had any tips on how to change the plugs. I offered what has worked for me many times. If you don't like it - move on but that doesn't mean it doesn't work.
The OP asked a specific question on if we had any tips on how to change the plugs. I offered what has worked for me many times. If you don't like it - move on but that doesn't mean it doesn't work.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Mt. Shasta California
My take on snap on wrenches
Snap on wrenchs are nice to look at, made with good steel, and wear for a long time. The bad; they are all rounded off and polished to a shine which makes them slippery when your hands are oily and the reversing lever on the ratchet it hard to switch when you are in a tight spot and prone to jamming. The simple ratchet with the flip switch at the base of the head and the knurled handle is much better and will last as long. Not to mention the rediculous prices of Snap on. They remind me of a rhinestone cowboy, all show and no go.
Post Fiend
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From: Mt. Shasta California
This was your first snide remark of the 3 or 4, oilcan jockey.
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From: Mt. Shasta California
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Post Fiend
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From: Mt. Shasta California
[quote=tdappleman;10338414]Are you always this way? Seen some of your other posts but thought it was a fluke. Oh well... glad you liked the picture and hope you figure out what good tools are at some point.[/quote]
Your third snide remark
Your third snide remark
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Mt. Shasta California
Always this way actually - you get challenged and want to be the only correct view point. Then you want to insult me? Get a grip on yourself.
The OP asked a specific question on if we had any tips on how to change the plugs. I offered what has worked for me many times. If you don't like it - move on but that doesn't mean it doesn't work.
The OP asked a specific question on if we had any tips on how to change the plugs. I offered what has worked for me many times. If you don't like it - move on but that doesn't mean it doesn't work.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Sep 2002
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From: Greensboro, NC
Glad you can count photo boy (oh wait - is that #5 by your math?) If you don't like Snap On, you don't have to insult me to get your point across. My original statement stands - the OP asked for tips and I provided one which works for actual technicians. Too bad you got involved as well. Now go take some pictures or what ever you do when you aren't wasting people's time on the internet. I'd certainly question your mechanical background if you can't use a professional grade tool properly. Now just go away and stop hijacking the poor guy's thread if you can't add something useful.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Mt. Shasta California
Glad you can count photo boy (oh wait - is that #5 by your math?) If you don't like Snap On, you don't have to insult me to get your point across. My original statement stands - the OP asked for tips and I provided one which works for actual technicians. Too bad you got involved as well. Now go take some pictures or what ever you do when you aren't wasting people's time on the internet. I'd certainly question your mechanical background if you can't use a professional grade tool properly. Now just go away and stop hijacking the poor guy's thread if you can't add something useful.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Sep 2002
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From: Greensboro, NC
He actually asked for tips - not a step by step guide. The torque issue has been discussed many times but thanks for your 'input'.