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      04-28-2011, 03:38 PM   #1
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Where to Buy Spark Plug Socket Locally

Is there any retail store that sells a spark plug socket for the N54 engine, or do I have to purchase the specialty one online? I am located in Orange County, CA.

On a side note, I've noticed everyone talking about the socket required being a 14 mm. But I have a new OEM plug and a 6-point 15 mm fits perfectly on it, but the 6-point 14 mm doesn't go on at all. What is the explanation for this?

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      04-28-2011, 09:26 PM   #2
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Got mine from ebay, really nice socket. Not the oem one.
It's supposed to be a 12 point ( if you have those 12 point Bosch plugs) so a larger 6 point might fit.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/3-8-1...item5641c7e56f
and local to you to.

I paid $15 shipped for a "Koch" one only because I should have the 12 point plugs. I haven't done them yet.
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Thanks for the post. Unfortunately they don't sell items available for pickup. I ordered from there anyway but will just have to wait to put in my plugs. I have horrible misfiring with my JB4 and I am trying to troubleshoot.
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