Noob here - How difficult is it to change your own spark plugs?

[cxk]

I have two GTI 130's, my dealer wants $300/ski for oil and plugs. Its so expensive, I'm considering doing my own oil/filter and plugs. I've never seen any good videos on how to change the plugs, could someone direct me to a good how to video? Or is it too much for a noob like me?

[ptscon]

It's so easy a caveman could do it.

There's nothing to it really, unclip the wiring connector, pull the coil out it's just snug in there, unscrew the spark plug with a plug socket and extension, screw in new spark plug finger tight then I do additional 3/4 turn to crush the washer, reinstall the coil by pushing it in till it bottoms out, reconnect the connector. Done.

It's also a good idea to verify the spark plug gap on the new plugs.

[cxk]

I figured it had to be somewhat easy but the lack of info was worrisome. What is a spark plug gap?

[ptscon]

I figured it had to be somewhat easy but the lack of info was worrisome. What is a spark plug gap?

They are usually pretty close out of the box, should be 0.030" or 0.75mm

[cxk]

Thanks! Is there a need to put anti seize or dielectric grease on them?

[Green Hulk]

I have two GTI 130's, my dealer wants $300/ski for oil and plugs. Its so expensive, I'm considering doing my own oil/filter and plugs. I've never seen any good videos on how to change the plugs, could someone direct me to a good how to video? Or is it too much for a noob like me?

This will help you
http://greenhulk.net/forums/showthre...ht=spark+plugs
http://greenhulk.net/forums/showthre...ght=oil+change

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[sktn77a]

"It's easy when you know how"! For a total noob, the big danger it overtightening the plugs. Get a good torque wrench and stick religiously to the factory specs (I believe it's 17 ft-lbs but be sure to double check).

[SplishSplash]

Thanks! Is there a need to put anti seize or dielectric grease on them?

A little anti seize on the treads is always a good idea.

[Xspook]

Trust me - do it yourself. $300??? Jeebus. You can do it yourself for about $90 each. (you can buy cheaper oil, but I prefer OEM, especially if it's under warranty)

Tools you will need:

1. Oil extractor, as there is no drain plug like cars have.

You can either buy a manual pump extractor, or better yet buy an electric oil extractor. With 2 skis it will pay for itself in no time. I use mine to pump out the oil on my lawn tractor, generator, etc.

2. e10 torx socket to remove the oil filter housing cap screw.

3. Socket wrench with an extended handle to reach the spark plugs.

4. Spark plug socket.

5. Spark plug anti-seize. Careful not to put any on the end of the plug....just the threads.

6. MolyKote for the ignition coils.

Follow the excellent how-to in the links from post 6 above.

Before you remove the spark plugs, I recommend using an air compressor to blow out any debris in the ignition coil "holes".

Re: spark plug gap...I change mine every 50 hours (just did it last week) and I don't bother messing with the gap. Rode last weekend and it was smooth as butter. I guess it wouldn't hurt to gap them; I just don't bother.

Oil change procedure:


Spark plug procedure:

[cxk]

Thanks, it is pretty outrageously priced. I checked with another dealer and they said $250 but thats still a lot. The MolyKote is for plastic looking top where the wire connects?

Trust me - do it yourself. $300??? Jeebus. You can do it yourself for about $90 each. (you can buy cheaper oil, but I prefer OEM, especially if it's under warranty)

Tools you will need:

1. Oil extractor, as there is no drain plug like cars have.

You can either buy a manual pump extractor, or better yet buy an electric oil extractor. With 2 skis it will pay for itself in no time. I use mine to pump out the oil on my lawn tractor, generator, etc.

2. e10 torx socket to remove the oil filter housing cap screw.

3. Socket wrench with an extended handle to reach the spark plugs.

4. Spark plug socket.

5. Spark plug anti-seize. Careful not to put any on the end of the plug....just the threads.

6. MolyKote for the ignition coils.