[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

This is something people do after they have had a bad experience with stripping out spark plug threads (in aluminium heads). I have not heard of this happening in motorcycle heads though. I'm not sure you need it. But putting them in dry is probably the opposite. if you have any dirt, had them

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

I'm pretty sure my Honda car uses an 18mm plug so you can get a proper plug socket in that size, one with the rubber ring to hold it in the socket for removal/installation. Allen Thomas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!"

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

I've had reasonably good luck getting broken spark plugs out with an easy out Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 22, 2015, at 8:26 AM, Kyle Munz wrote: > > A rounded bolt on your rear axle would be easier to deal with than a rounded > spark plug. > > > -Kyle > >> On Tue, Dec

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

You mean stripped or rounded? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to nighthawk_lovers+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

Rounded. Point being I don't mix my metrics and standards, that's usually just a recipe for failure. -Kyle On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 7:59 AM, EGrider wrote: > You mean stripped or rounded? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

True as a rule, I'm sure, but not universally so. I've been using a 15/16 on my back axle for years for tire changes and chain adjustments with no adverse effects. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

A rounded bolt on your rear axle would be easier to deal with than a rounded spark plug. -Kyle On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 8:21 AM, EGrider wrote: > True as a rule, I'm sure, but not universally so. I've been using a 15/16 > on my back axle for years for tire changes and chain

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

On Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 4:39:59 PM UTC-6, Ross M. Jamison wrote: > > Nighthawks, > > Got my 750 to run on cylinders 1,2&3 installing the used coil for 1 & 4. > Just realized, I've never pulled plugs. What size socket? Neither of my > standard automotive sockets it. Do I have to buy

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

If you're talking about NGK DPR8EA-9 plugs or equivalent that's 18mm, I believe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

I went to Sears and bought a 18mm deepsocket. -Kyle On Sun, Dec 20, 2015 at 8:00 AM, Tommy Hill wrote: > I just went to check, but don't have an easily accessible 18mm wrench. > 19mm or 3/4" may work, but slightly big. So 18mm is probably right. Honda > spark lug wrench

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

I just went to check, but don't have an easily accessible 18mm wrench. 19mm or 3/4" may work, but slightly big. So 18mm is probably right. Honda spark lug wrench from kit is a sure bet! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Nighthawk Motorcycle

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system. If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might get away with it but I would find the right plugs. I know both autozone and advance carry the correct plugs for my 450 but I can't remember the

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

1982 450 NH: NGK Plugs - DR8ES-L -Joey (Yes, I have that memorized) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI ignition system.  If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere with no other options you might

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

Nerd ;) -Kyle On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 3:31 PM, Joey Kelley sandp...@gmail.com wrote: 1982 450 NH: NGK Plugs - DR8ES-L -Joey (Yes, I have that memorized) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Stumpi sandisc...@gmail.com wrote: On units with points yes, I wouldn't chance it with the CDI

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

Nerd - I'll give you nerd: 12095-XXX-0004226-12233 Windows 95 OEM registration code (XXX replacing something so it can't be used :-)) -Joey (who is thinking about having a bike vanity plate: GEEK) On Thu, Sep 9, 2010 at 4:33 PM, Kyle Munz kyle...@gmail.com wrote: Nerd ;) -Kyle On

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

No joy with Autozone or O'Reilly on mine, and no Advance nearby, so I ordered online. Who'da thunk they'd be that rare? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! group. To post to this group, send email to

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

Must be an odd ball design. The plug for our 450s is pretty common among import bikes. And Joey it's really frightening you have that Winblows 95 installation code memorized. I just write mine on the CDs with a sharpie :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [Nighthawk Lovers] Re: Spark plugs

I plan to put 67x53 on the back of mine when I renew the plate. Bonus points if you get the reference without looking it up! :D On Sep 9, 2010 4:49 PM, surfswab surfs...@gmail.com wrote: No joy with Autozone or O'Reilly on mine, and no Advance nearby, so I ordered online. Who'da thunk they'd

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage

No problem for the oil in the cylinders. Once, as a student, I had an old Citroen 2CV (mythic car with a 625 cm3 engine). I worked with a girl and took her home in the car. I ran out of gas. Yes, really, don't smile... I said dont worry, I have a spare gas can in the trunk, and took the 2 l

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage

That sounds like when my dad put the new engine in our boat when I was a kid. I say new, but it was a rebuild, anyhow a tablespoon of oil was put in each cylinder during the rebuild. When they finally cranked it up so much smoke billowed out I thought Mötley Crüe was in there. The oil will keep

[Nighthawk Lovers] Re: spark plugs and storage

You will need a deep socket for those plugs..I had to go buy one myself. - Original Message - From: Ze'ev [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers! nighthawk_lovers@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 6:48 AM Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] spark plugs and storage