1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

[Captain Vis]

What's the method to replacing the sparkplugs on this engine ?<br />Remove the manifold ? ( How difficult is it ?)<br />Any ideas ???

 

[a.d.mobile]

Re: 1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

You need a 5/8 plug socket with a wobble built in to it snap/on tools has one that works fine the chrome one works the best.

 

[Captain Vis]

Re: 1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

Thanks A.D. Have you used this socket yourself ? The exhaust manifold seams so close to the angle of the plug that it appears impossible to remove without disassembling the manifold. Can you give me the Snap On part number so I can get the one you suggest ? <br />Thank you

 

[a.d.mobile]

Re: 1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

done mannnnnnnny plugs even with that motor yes i will try to get the number for you!! A.D.

 

[a.d.mobile]

Re: 1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

snap on plug socket is S9706AFU 5/8 chrome with built in wobble not the ball joint one that one will not work as well....

 

[McKenzie]

Re: 1995 OMC CObra 5.8 L Sparkplug Removal

I was able to do it on my 5.0 by putting a spark plug socket over the plug and turning the socket with an open end wrench. My spark plug sockets have a hex base at the bottom, yours might too. West marine sells tools to change plugs, i think it comes with a socket wrench, extender, wobble joint, and sockets. I think its a reasonable price too.