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shellboy
06-12-2008, 03:49 PM
what tool do i need to use to take them out of the t3 head? also what type of coating should i apply to the new alum plugs that i got from cindy? (factory head,not dunn):confused:
turbovanmanČ
06-12-2008, 04:46 PM
Allen key, the TIII guru's say to use RTV and basically screw them in just past finger tight.
shellboy
06-12-2008, 05:49 PM
do you know the "size" allen key?
Lotashelbys
06-12-2008, 06:05 PM
For the factory cast head you need a 12mm hex socket(1/2"drive) and some heat and PB. Then you want to chase the threads with an M26x1.5 tap and install the new ones with high-temp silicone and about 10FT/LBs like what Simon says the "Gurus say":thumb:
shellboy
06-12-2008, 06:14 PM
so buy heat, can i just start the car and bring it up to temp then release the pressure at the radiator?
shellboy
06-12-2008, 06:37 PM
the plugs that are in it use a allen wrench to remove. should a 17mm fit or is that too small? im at work so i cant check myself..thanks
turbovanmanČ
06-12-2008, 07:27 PM
so buy heat, can i just start the car and bring it up to temp then release the pressure at the radiator?

Heat, as in torch.


the plugs that are in it use a allen wrench to remove. should a 17mm fit or is that too small? im at work so i cant check myself..thanks

Allen key is a hex head, 12mm.