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Old July 18th 05, 06:07 PM
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"Joao Eliseu" > schreef in bericht
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> "JohnS" > wrote:
>>okay, 1st off please point me to or repost a general FAQ list,
>>if your news group has one
>>
>>I need to do some general maintenance things, like sparkplugs & change
>>fluids.
>>
>>BTW how do you find the plugs?
>>I know where they should be <grin> but I can't see them....
>>do I use a normal socket or is there a special one for the tight fit?
>>
>>JohnS
>> 79 Beetle
>>
>>
>>

> Don't need to see only feel. On the beetle bag tools there is a socket for
> that.
> It is a socket with rubber inside. You have to be very careful when you
> are put
> new ones, to avoid damage the threads. I put the plug on the socket, and
> rotate
> it anti-clock first until I feel the thread. You also have to disconnect
> the tube
> that goes to the air filter
>
>
> Joao
> 72 Super 1302


Socket # 21mm
Take away the sparkplug wires (on both side 2), and you can get to them...
btw www.ramva.tk is a great help

Roger


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