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What size socket is a Chevy spark plug?

Chevy Spark Plug Socket Size
The socket size needed for a Chevy spark plug is 5/8 inches.
The most common spark plug socket sizes are 5/8 inches and 13/16 inches, and for a Chevy spark plug, the 5/8 inches socket size is the one you need.

Will a 5 8 spark plug socket fit 16mm?

You won’t be able to find a 16mm spark plug socket specific socket very easy, just get a good 16mm 6-point deep socket 3/8″ drive, I have a Craftsman it works perfectly. You can use some 5/8’s sockets.

What is the gap for Chevy 350 spark plug?

0.035 inches
However, the most common spark plug gap for a 350 Chevy is 0.035 inches. It is important to note that the spark plug gap should always be set to the manufacturer’s recommended specification to ensure optimal engine performance. Setting the gap incorrectly can lead to misfires, poor fuel economy, and even engine damage.

What size socket is a small engine spark plug?

Spark Plug Socket Sizes and Their Specific Applications

Socket Size (in inches) Socket Size (in mm) Typical Application
11/16 18 Motorcycle engines, small engine vehicles, and older BMW vehicles
13/16 20 (2nd most common size) Older vehicles and large-engine vehicles
7/8 22 Aviation, tractors, and older vehicles

Are all spark plugs 14mm?

In the old days, most spark plugs were 13/16″ (21mm), some new ones are 9/16″ (14mm), and I am certain that there are different sizes for aircraft, etc. But there is no such thing as a 3/8 spark plug. For most folks a 3/8 drive 5/8″ spark plug socket is the way to go for this spark plug.

Are spark plugs 5 8 or 16mm?

For the majority of plugs, you need a 5/8” or 16mm socket. Some Fords use 9/16″ plugs, some newer European and Asian vehicles use 14mm plugs, and there are a few applications that use 7/8″, 13/16″, ¾” or 18mm plugs.

Do you need a special socket for spark plugs?

Spark Plug Sockets
These special sockets contain rubber isolators inside intended to absorb any possible vibration within and protect the glass featured along the spark plug. Regular sockets do not contain the rubber feature and using them may result in breakage when attempting a spark plug replacement.

What is the order of spark plugs on a 350 small-block?

The firing order of the classic Chevrolet 350 small-block engine is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Is 5 8 the same as 16mm?

16mm = 5/8 inch. 17mm = almost 11/16 inch. 18mm = just over 11/16 inch. 19mm = 3/4 inch.

What size thread are Chevy 350 spark plugs?

14mm
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What size socket is a Chevy s10 spark plug?

The plugs require a 5/8 socket. Chevrolet s10: 99 s10 2.2 will not start. will try and almost …

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