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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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spark plug DIY- should I try?

Anyone done this? Read the 997tt article so hope it's easier on a non turbo. Advice? Or just get my Indy guy to do it. Have spark plugs in hand.
 
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at indy it is about of $300 I think, including plugs. if you have your own lift it is a doable job, without a lift it is a bit awkward as access on a passenger side is blocked by a muffler support and it is a pain to reach, unless you have very little hands.

if you have plugs and you have tools - give it a try, but be careful.

DIY articles are more available on renntech site than here.
http://www.renntech.org/forums/index...2s-carrera-4s/
 
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not worth DIY, imo. took me 2+ hours to get 3 coil packs and plugs out whilst on my back before i finally said f... it

if you've not done it before and have no lift ? ---get the indy on board.
 
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not worth DIY, imo. took me 2+ hours to get 3 coil packs and plugs out whilst on my back before i finally said f... it

if you've not done it before and have no lift ? ---get the indy on board.
I went thru the same thing but I have a working garage at home with lots of tools & jacks etc. It was still a PITA, especially the learning curve but I like to work on my cars so I did the job. If you have the equipment and the patience then you'd be ok, but I agree with Hattrick, you may be better off letting the pro do it.
 
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Thanks, all. I definitely like DIY but I may pass on this project.
 
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