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Old Aug 12, 2010 | 06:49 PM
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should i buy new or just reuse these?they came out without any trouble and i think the kit has new ones in it so?
 
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woops i ment the kit came with new orings not the plugs
 
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new o-rings definately.
 
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so its ok to use the plug itself over?heard somewhere to replace as they start to leak
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The plugs themselves shouldn't be leaking. It's all about the o-ring. Unless you see that the plug is actually damaged, otherwise reuse them.
 
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ok thanks
picking up heads tomorrow.then i'll install injector cups
 
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I have reused the plugs and o-rings myself but they do not last long. Honestly I would replace the o-rings every time I pull one.
Reuse the plugs forever.
 
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Anyone have a part number for the o-rings? And how much are they?
 
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