I have 2 spark plug socket & have the same issue on both.
I put the new spark plug in, then it's a lottery when I go to retract the tool. Either the ratchet & extension bar come off leaving the socket wrapped round the plug or the socket comes off BUT leaves the rubber gripper behind in the plug.
Perhaps i need recommendations on extension bar too. For info, the plugs on the 2zz sit deeper than 1zz & for further info I use 3/8" ratchet.
All recommendations & advice appreciated.
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I use the socket that came with my Halfords advanced set. Plug always sticks nicely and I can just use normal ratchets and extensions
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A little silicon will secure the rubber to the socket, this will prevent leaving the rubber on the spark plug.
Also a little washing up liquid (or other type of lub) smeared inside the rubber prior to inserting the plug, will prevent the socket "sticking" on the plug.
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Quote from: shnazzle on October 7, 2018, 22:54
I use the socket that came with my Halfords advanced set. Plug always sticks nicely and I can just use normal ratchets and extensions
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+1, that's the one I've got
I use a standard 16 mm long socket and remove the plug with an extending magnet. I never liked rubbers in sockets.
I bought a cheap one off eBay before I realised there was on in my Halfords set.
Either way, I just push the rubber firmly into the socket before using it (each time) and it's done the trick.