

| Subject: | REQ: "Idiot's Guide to Changing Spark Plugs" |
| From: | Chris Paquette |
| Date: | Wed, 29 Aug 2001 18:57:37 -0700 |
I couldn't get a response from the archives, so... I'm a bumbling, certified NON-mechanic. I own an '88 Westy. The manager of my apartment building was a mechanic in Germany for many years. He tells me that one of my spark plugs is not firing - he bases this on the sound of the engine. I tend to agree with him due to a recent dip in hill-climbing power. He doesn't have the time to change the plugs for me, and (don't laugh) I've never done it. I can borrow a spark plug wrench from a friend; can anyone with some spare time give me a walk-through of how exactly to change the plugs, i.e., tools needed, "Whatever you do, DON'T disconnect the Widget" etc.? Also, any recommendations of spark plug brands or types favored by Westy owners would be appreciated. Do double- and triple-fire spark plugs make any difference? Thanks for any help. Chris Los Angeles
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