Riv Performance
Would you like to react to this message? Create an account in a few clicks or log in to continue.

The 8th Gen Riviera Resource
 
HomeDashboardLatest imagesSearchRiviera Questions & AnswersWrite-Ups IndexRegisterRelated LinksLog in

 

 Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)

Go down 
+22
Sweepspear
Rickw
Abaddon
madrivage
Eldo
T Riley
robotennis61
Karma
Z-type
L67
DEMonte1997
Chicken
IBx1
albertj
deekster_caddy
Ridin-Rivi
1998 Riv
Jason
AA
TonySmooth89
SoCal Riv
98riv
26 posters
Go to page : Previous  1, 2, 3, 4
AuthorMessage
BMD
Aficionado
BMD


Name : BMD
Location : Canada
Joined : 2009-04-28
Post Count : 1161
Merit : 36

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptySun Aug 22, 2010 5:44 pm

Abaddon wrote:

--- Use the silicone grease on the spark plug boots (comes with wire set). This will keep the boots from seizing themselves onto the plug and ripping the wire out next time around.

--- This is not mandatory, but using a little bit of Anti Seize on the plug threads is a good practice. This helps keep the threads clean and free of corrosion. Also aids in removal (the next time).


Good call Scott.
Back to top Go down
LARRY70GS
Aficionado
LARRY70GS


Name : Larry
Age : 68
Location : Oakland Gardens, NY
Joined : 2007-01-23
Post Count : 2193
Merit : 150

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptySun Aug 22, 2010 7:40 pm

Dielectric grease in the boots is a good idea. Anti seize on the plugs can interfere with heat transfer from the plug to the head. The plugs for our cars are tapered seat. 1/16th of a turn past finger tight is all they need. People over tighten them.

_________________
98 Riviera SC3800  All stock except gutted air box.
1970 Buick GS455 Stage1, TSP built 470BBB, 602HP/589TQ
Best MPH, 116.06 MPH, Best ET, 11.54
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHCda-t_Jls
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfT2tEO4XcU
Back to top Go down
AA
Administrator
AA


Name : Aaron
Age : 47
Location : C-bus, Ohio
Joined : 2007-01-13
Post Count : 18452
Merit : 252

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyMon Aug 23, 2010 8:13 am

I use a torque wrench on mine. Never used anti-seize, never had a problem.

Also have never used dielectric grease in the boots, and wires have lasted ~100k+ miles. Not a bad idea, though.

_________________
'05 GTO 6.0L • 6-spd • 95k miles • 0-60: 4.8s • 16.9 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:26

'95 Celica GT 2.2L • 5-spd • 165k miles • 0-60: yes

'98 SC Riviera • 281k miles • 298 HP/370 TQ • 0-60: 5.79s • ET: 13.97 @ 99.28 • 4087 lb • 20.1 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:30
3.4" pulley • AL104 plugs • 180º t-stat • FWI w/K&N • 1.9:1 rockers • OR pushrods • LS6 valve springs • SLP headers • ZZP fuel rails
KYB GR2 struts • MaxAir shocks • Addco sway bars • UMI bushings • GM STB • Enkei 18" EV5s w/ Dunlop DZ101s • F-body calipers
EBC bluestuff/Hawk HP plus • SS lines • Brembo slotted discs • DHP tuned • Aeroforce • Hidden Hitch

^^^ SOLD ^^^ frown

'70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles
^^^ SOLD ^^^ frown
Back to top Go down
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/657082/4
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 2:42 pm

Best way to get the rear fckin sparkplug wires off? Anyone?
Back to top Go down
LARRY70GS
Aficionado
LARRY70GS


Name : Larry
Age : 68
Location : Oakland Gardens, NY
Joined : 2007-01-23
Post Count : 2193
Merit : 150

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 2:57 pm

highwaywarrior wrote:
Best way to get the rear fckin sparkplug wires off? Anyone?

It is VERY COMMON for the plug wires to fuse themselves to the plugs. Using dielectric grease inside the boots helps this. You may need to buy new wires because trying to get them off results in damaging them. The new ones are very reasonably priced at www.rockauto.com. Get the stock wires, they are excellent.

_________________
98 Riviera SC3800  All stock except gutted air box.
1970 Buick GS455 Stage1, TSP built 470BBB, 602HP/589TQ
Best MPH, 116.06 MPH, Best ET, 11.54
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHCda-t_Jls
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfT2tEO4XcU
Back to top Go down
Abaddon
Expert
Abaddon


Name : Scott
Location : Macomb, Michigan
Joined : 2010-02-24
Post Count : 4314
Merit : 185

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:07 pm

If you're replacing them, just get a razor blade and split the boots down the length of the spark plug
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:19 pm

They are not even a month old, im just trying to change from sto k pkugs to autolite 104, before my uley etc get here today....
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:21 pm

They are not even a month old, im just trying to change from sto k pkugs to autolite 104, before my uley etc get here today....
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:23 pm

Pulley*
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:26 pm

I guess what im asking is, do i twist pull, squeeze... haha dirty mind
Back to top Go down
Abaddon
Expert
Abaddon


Name : Scott
Location : Macomb, Michigan
Joined : 2010-02-24
Post Count : 4314
Merit : 185

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 3:45 pm

Try and twist them to break them free. DO NOT just pull....
Back to top Go down
albertj
Master
albertj


Name :
Location : Finger Lakes of New York State
Joined : 2007-05-31
Post Count : 8685
Merit : 181

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 4:12 pm

highwaywarrior wrote:
I guess what im asking is, do i twist pull, squeeze... haha dirty mind

...when you are twisting and pulling, be sure you have a grip on the terminal inside the boot. If not you're likely to rip the wire (if you need to reuse the wires).

...the rear plugs are supposed to have heat shields over the boots. You can grab both the heat shield and the boot and pull, the end of the shield near the engine will help you with the removal by pulling at the base of the boot.

...finally - if your rear wires do not have heat shields on the boots you are probably in for getting a new set of wires. The heat shields are about $7 each at a dealer. They are aluminum tubes with a permanent dielectric coating (looks like orange lacquer) on the inside and a little spring at the bottom. HOWEVER, at your local pick-and-pull if you are getting other things the yardguys will as often as not just let you have the things - You can get them off pretty much every transverse mounted GM V-6 engine off the cylinder bank nearest the firewall. Don't sneak them out of the yard, just declare them when you cash out. As often as not they will shrug and smile. Six of those suckers would be $35.- Clean them with anything you'd use to clean raw aluminum. I used a Brillo(R) type pad and warm water, let them air dry. Other cleaners should work too, I've used carb cleaner on the outsides of greasy ones. Inside I just wipe them out dry (usually just dust in there) or a shoprag doused with a little dry gas (Alcohol).

While you are at it pull some spare fuses - they are $3 - $5 a tin at the part store and again usually the yard guys will let you have them for nothing. Also if the yard prices are cheap enough and you have a place to keep them, you might want to grab a coil pack and the ignition module. Just remove the 6 bolts that hold the three coils on and the whole shooting match comes off. If you have a high mileage riv you will likely need those parts eventually.

Finally, you may need to use a little crocus cloth/wetdry sandpaper to clean the terminals on the coils. One terminal of each will likely be corroded from use if they were not protected by tune up grease in the first place. It will only take you a moment to check, and could save you a lot of aggravation.
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 4:53 pm

I got them off... lol funny thkugh the front three were ruined... the douche who put them all on didnt use dielectric grease.. the bsvk three were relatively easier once i removed the engine hoist mount and the mount for engine cover.
Back to top Go down
highwaywarrior
Fanatic



Name : daryl
Age : 41
Location : chesapeake va
Joined : 2012-06-09
Post Count : 403
Merit : 2

Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 EmptyFri May 17, 2013 4:54 pm

So i will be getting.new wires anyway. Thanks guys
Back to top Go down
Sponsored content





Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty
PostSubject: Re: Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)   Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC) - Page 4 Empty

Back to top Go down
 
Replacing Spark Plugs (Series II SC)
Back to top 
Page 4 of 4Go to page : Previous  1, 2, 3, 4
 Similar topics
-
» Series I spark plugs - Anyone know how to do it?
» FAQ: Which Spark Plugs & Ignition Wires should I use?
» 120785 mile spark plugs
» Write-Up: Replacing Injectors (Series I)
» replacing the shifter solenoid (NA Series II)

Permissions in this forum:You cannot reply to topics in this forum
Riv Performance ::   Supercharged 3800 Tech :: Series II Engine & Transmission-
Jump to: