Spark plug removal? Changed your feelings for BRZ? - Page 6 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Draco-REX · 07-07-2012, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MRZ415

I vaguely remember reading somewhere that the Spark Plugs on the new FA
engine on the BRZ only requires removal of both front wheels and wheel wells to
gain access.

(( I am probably totally wrong on this and that is probably why I am ONLY going
to attempt basic oil changes on my own and leaving spark plug change to PROS))

That was the original report.

However, I've looked down at the frame rails in my BRZ and there are no access ports. So it's business as usual for a Subaru plug change.

The thing is, I was thinking about this, and without taking a look under the panels beneath the car, lifting the engine might not be all that difficult. Without front axles to content with, it might just be a matter of two or four nuts and jacking it up.

Chewie4299 · 07-07-2012, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWDavid

Well that might be a bit harsh and I fully understand your position. I was just a bit disapointed to see what a PITA it would be.

Kind of reminds me of the Porsche 964 and 993 with their dual plugged heads. The lower set of plugs required the removal of the mufflers and many of them never have had their lower plugs changed.

Try changing all eight of the sparkplugs in two 2003 E-350 vans.... twice.

I've never swore more in my life nor gotten as filthy working on a car.

IMO the opportunity to pull and engine and do some freshening is a good thing as long as you research it ahead of time, make sure you have the right tools, and plan ahead.

rice_classic · 07-08-2012, 01:19 AM

I'm not worried about it. I will plan on adjusting the valves and replacing the valve cover gaskets at the same time.

BMWDavid · 07-08-2012, 09:12 AM

No valve adjustment needed. Self adjusting valves here.

w4yn · 08-15-2012, 03:21 PM

We have gotten lazy, I am old I know but in 60's plugs and points only lasted months not years!
I too looked at engine and told saleman the plugs were going to be a bitch but my 05 Mazdaspeed only has 14K on it so I probably will not live long enough to change plugs in FRS!

Tim

driftartist · 09-05-2012, 08:45 PM

has anyone attempted it yet just to see if they can even get a wrench in there? i am sure there is a way with the right extension and swivel socket...

Touge Monster · 09-05-2012, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by driftartist

has anyone attempted it yet just to see if they can even get a wrench in there? i am sure there is a way with the right extension and swivel socket...

The problem isn't getting a wrench in there it's getting the coils out. No way to get the coils out with out dropping/raising the engine.

driftartist · 09-05-2012, 09:40 PM

oh...sorry, super newb to boxers let alone this engine. thank you for your answer

swift996 · 08-06-2013, 10:26 PM

Sucks for people running FI

King Tut · 08-06-2013, 10:34 PM

It really isn't that bad. Took me 2 to 3 hours in my driveway to raise the motor up and take a look at my plugs

whitefrs · 08-06-2013, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by King Tut

It really isn't that bad. Took me 2 to 3 hours in my driveway to raise the motor up and take a look at my plugs

Do a DIY bro

whitefrs · 08-06-2013, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by swift996

Sucks for people running FI

Tell me about it

chanomatik · 02-06-2015, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

60K change per the car's schedule maintenance book.

I had the dealership look into replacing my spark plugs today because I'm at 51k miles and have a road trip across the continent coming up, so thought it a good idea to get everything checked on. Got quoted $450 because it's just labor intensive.

Will still probably have them do it before I go.

CoupedUpSubie · 02-06-2015, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

I had the dealership look into replacing my spark plugs today because I'm at 51k miles and have a road trip across the continent coming up, so thought it a good idea to get everything checked on. Got quoted $450 because it's just labor intensive.

Will still probably have them do it before I go.

Thats probably 5 hours plus parts and misc charges. Not that bad actually, they are probably just estimating that because it isn't something they have done a lot of. I'd probably give a similar estimate if I was running a shop.

07-08-2012, 09:12 AM	#74
BMWDavid Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: '89 911, '06 GTI, '13 BRZ Location: USA Posts: 313 Thanks: 40 Thanked 62 Times in 40 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	No valve adjustment needed. Self adjusting valves here. __________________ 2005 Honda XR650L 1989 Porsche Carrera 3.2 Coupe 2006 VW GTI/DSG 2013 Subaru BRZ WRB Limited 6MT-gone but not forgotten 2014 Nissan Murano SV

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w4yn Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: Mazdaspeed Miata now Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Changing Plugs We have gotten lazy, I am old I know but in 60's plugs and points only lasted months not years! I too looked at engine and told saleman the plugs were going to be a bitch but my 05 Mazdaspeed only has 14K on it so I probably will not live long enough to change plugs in FRS! Tim

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07-08-2012, 01:19 AM	#73
rice_classic Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Nevermorange FRS Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 4,174 Thanks: 757 Thanked 4,208 Times in 1,808 Posts Mentioned: 78 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	I'm not worried about it. I will plan on adjusting the valves and replacing the valve cover gaskets at the same time.

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driftartist Kurenai Samurai Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Red and manual Location: east bay,ca Posts: 794 Thanks: 186 Thanked 327 Times in 203 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	has anyone attempted it yet just to see if they can even get a wrench in there? i am sure there is a way with the right extension and swivel socket...

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driftartist Kurenai Samurai Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Red and manual Location: east bay,ca Posts: 794 Thanks: 186 Thanked 327 Times in 203 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	oh...sorry, super newb to boxers let alone this engine. thank you for your answer

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