ian balson Posted May 2, 2001 Share Posted May 2, 2001 Dear All, As a mechanical incompetent, I need some advice. How tight should my plugs be on my VX ? Is there a recommended torque setting? Thanks Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aideen Posted May 2, 2001 Share Posted May 2, 2001 Sometimes the plug manufacturer gives guidelines on the box. e.g. for ordinary NGKs - half a turn after they're "snug" Aideen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Sewell Posted May 2, 2001 Share Posted May 2, 2001 For x-flow (as in non-tapered seats with gasket) the setting is 20Nm (15lbft). Hope this helps. Graham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave H Posted May 2, 2001 Share Posted May 2, 2001 A good rule of thumb is "finger tight plus half a turn" - not had any problems over the years on a wide variety cars following it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRIS CLARK Posted May 2, 2001 Share Posted May 2, 2001 "Tighten up to shear, and then back a turn"!!!!!!! NOT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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