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Engine basics => Engine set up tips => Topic started by: jim gilmore on March 07, 2009, 08:00:29 PM

Title: correct wrench, pliers ?
Post by: jim gilmore on March 07, 2009, 08:00:29 PM

Ok, I know this sounds simple but I was installing the new venturi and spraybar in my os .25 LA. I have a hard time trying to get it snug and was wondering what You all use to hold and tighten the spraybar and the nut ? I do not have any open ends that small and my sockets wount go over the spraybar.

Title: Re: correct wrench, pliers ?
Post by: Alan Buck on March 07, 2009, 08:24:12 PM

Jim, Try a 5 or 6mm deep well socket if that does not work use needle nose pliers hope this helps

Title: Re: correct wrench, pliers ?
Post by: Andrew Hathaway on March 07, 2009, 09:37:10 PM

Sears sells Craftsman midget combination wrenches in SAE and metric.  With a set of each, and fairly complete sets of metric and SAE 1/4" drive sockets, most of the time I've got the right tools for the job.  Sometimes it's easier to use a hemostat or needle nose pliers on the spring side.  It can be difficult to get the tools in around the spring, and it doesn't take much force to get the spraybar tight.

Title: Re: correct wrench, pliers ?
Post by: Pinecone on March 12, 2009, 01:51:04 PM

They are called Ignition Wrenches.

Very nice to have around models.

Title: Re: correct wrench, pliers ?
Post by: Elwyn Aud on March 12, 2009, 03:46:13 PM

I think 5.5 mm is the correct size. I ground one socket down to where it would fit between the springs without spreading them apart very much.