That last @#%$ plug!
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That last @#%$ plug!
I replaced the plugs on my '73 F250 (460) right after I got it. I trashed the wire for the rear plug on the left bank when I pulled it off. 
I fixed the wire and it runs fine but....
I just bought a new set of wires, and I'm wondering if there's a tip any of you use to get in that tight space back there!
Also bought a fuel filter. Never changed one before. I assume it's easy, but again, if there's a trick to it, I'd love to have the info.
Thanks!
I fixed the wire and it runs fine but....I just bought a new set of wires, and I'm wondering if there's a tip any of you use to get in that tight space back there!
Also bought a fuel filter. Never changed one before. I assume it's easy, but again, if there's a trick to it, I'd love to have the info.
Thanks!
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That last @#%$ plug!
Mine is a 78 F-150 4X4 with a 351m but I get to the back pulg that is crammed up under the ac plenum from the bottom. I turn the wheels all the way to the right and go between the wheel well and the frame, It's right there in plain sight and a lot easier to reach.
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That last @#%$ plug!
If its the kind of fuel filter that goes directly into the carb be very carefull not to over tighten it. I did that and I had some trouble to get it out, the metal on those filters is thin!.
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That last @#%$ plug!
You're talking about #8 cylinder ,right?
If it's an automatic:
Try putting the E Brake on and putting the trans in Low.
the linkage gets right out of the way for you to put a short extension on a ratchet.
Dennis
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If it's an automatic:
Try putting the E Brake on and putting the trans in Low.
the linkage gets right out of the way for you to put a short extension on a ratchet.
Dennis
Please Don't Ask Me Any Tough Questions As:
"I'm Saving My Memory For When I Develop Alzheimer's"
78 F-150 429CJ,Silver
w/Explorer Pkge.
641/2-Mustang 260,Pre-World's Fair Car.
64-Fairlane500 S/C waiting for a 390-4spd.
68-Mustang 289-Sunlit Gold 80,892Mi
78-Buick LeSabre 403 4V
84 Volvo DL Wagon
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That last @#%$ plug!
[updated:LAST EDITED ON 30-Jan-02 AT 00:00 AM (EST)]On my brother's 79 (if I remember right)F150 2wd 460/C6 with AC, we just unbolted the motor mounts and lifted the engine a little bit. it didn't take that long just kind of a pill.
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