Spark plug socket for headers

I recently installed some Hedman headers on the 304 in my 1975 CJ5. When I found I could no longer use a spark plug socket to tighten the plugs because of the headers, I bought a stamped steel spark plug socket that is for lawnmowers and such and is shaped like an hourglass. Worked like a charm.

 

Good idea! My socket would fit all but some of the plugs, so I had to belt sand the socket wall thickness down, a little.

How do you like the headers?

Rich

 

Got headman headers on my 74 304 and have no issues using my craftsman spark plug sockets. They get stuck some times, but that's what mechanical agitation is for.

 

Still finishing up some other things on the Jeep so I havent fired it up yet but I'm getting close.

 

change to the 5/8 hex plugs but I have never had any problems either but what clarkent said

 

you could always cut the flanges off makes life alot easier and no need for that special socket.

 

Cut the flanges off of?

 

I think the special socket is MUCH less work than trimming the flanges.

 

x2 they work well in tight spaces..

 

good Idea fl1906cj5. I just grided my down.