Glow Plugs

[jay]

Having the glow plugs replaced in local garage tommorow but the mechanic is a bit worried they might snap off whe he takes them out!!!:doh
Anyone else had any issues?:nenau
Any tips to stop this from happening if it's a problem.

 

[rustic]

Having the glow plugs replaced in local garage tommorow but the mechanic is a bit worried they might snap off whe he takes them out!!!:doh
Anyone else had any issues?:nenau
Any tips to stop this from happening if it's a problem.

Never had a problem with mine, use a deep long reach socket with a T bar, avoid any side forces.
A drop of WD 40 the day before could help.

 

[makeitfit]

Tell him to use a long socket not a claw hammer :doh

 

[lacroupade]

Having the glow plugs replaced in local garage tommorow but the mechanic is a bit worried they might snap off whe he takes them out!!!:doh
Anyone else had any issues?:nenau
Any tips to stop this from happening if it's a problem.

why new plugs, your truck isn't that old is it....?

I don't know what you lot do, I've had some of my T2s for more than 10 years and never had plug problems?:nenau

 

[glen]

Did mine on 1997/98 came out easy been in since new 144,500 miles

Glen