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Stripped spark plug socket by: cfreeland - Aug 17, 2014 19:55:30 GMT -6

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Post by cfreeland on Aug 17, 2014 19:55:30 GMT -6

Ok guys I've screwed up.

I stripped my spark plug socket so I went to my local auto zone the guy told me just to get a tap and dye rethreading tool 10mm x 1in.
So I did and used it but now my spark plug wont even catch when I'm trying to tighten it in (Which is way worse than before when it was at least catching and then missing threads).
Any advice?

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Stripped spark plug socket by: Alleyoop - Aug 17, 2014 20:18:59 GMT -6

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Post by Alleyoop on Aug 17, 2014 20:18:59 GMT -6

You need to get a spark plug re-thread kit that comes with inserts to screw into the now bigger hole, or get a new head.
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Stripped spark plug socket by: richardv - Aug 17, 2014 20:41:59 GMT -6

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Post by richardv on Aug 17, 2014 20:41:59 GMT -6

I have used on of those on a motorcycle and found I needed to use a spark plug in a lower heat range. The repair insulated the plug and made it run hotter. That may not be the situation in your case but, check the plug for signs of running hot. It's similar to running the engine lean.

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Stripped spark plug socket by: adamhoyer - Aug 17, 2014 21:36:07 GMT -6

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Post by adamhoyer on Aug 17, 2014 21:36:07 GMT -6

www.ebay.com/itm/151057946340?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648 here's a head and don't forget to mark the cam tooth and chain on tdc before you take it off the chain. Don't buy this unless your engine is a 150cc 157qmj engine.

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cfreeland PM cfreeland cfreeland's Posts cfreeland's Threads Clinician Currently Offline Posts: 31 Likes: 0 Joined: Jun 29, 2014 11:31:36 GMT -6	Stripped spark plug socket by: cfreeland - Aug 18, 2014 9:03:30 GMT -6 Reply Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by cfreeland on Aug 18, 2014 9:03:30 GMT -6 oh no I have a 50cc p139qmb
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Stripped spark plug socket by: jct842 - Aug 18, 2014 13:20:11 GMT -6

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Post by jct842 on Aug 18, 2014 13:20:11 GMT -6

I have seen quite a few people just get a tap for the next size bigger spark plug, tap it using grease just like the video and be done with it. Your screwed if you already are using a big thread plug though.

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