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Offline JBMorse

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spark plug tool
« on: March 17, 2009, 01:09:57 PM »
Where are folks getting their spark plug wrenches?  I need one for my CB500 and would prefer an OEM style, but can't find one.  I can't believe the prices they go for on ebay, pretty much nothing under $20 if you include the usually outrageous shipping (11.99 to ship a F^&^ing 4oz tool?!)
Anyway, motion pro seems to make one that would work for about $22.  I am just wondering if there are any options I haven't considered.  It's an 18mm. 
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #1 on: March 17, 2009, 01:23:43 PM »
I got lucky and they came with my bikes. I did get one for my toolbox, and I just ordered it from the Honda shop...it was around ten bucks....
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #2 on: March 17, 2009, 01:25:47 PM »
The original honda tool is ugly and chaep looking, but nothing works as well. It is amazing for the middle two plugs. If u can get one for $10.00 go for it.
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #3 on: March 17, 2009, 01:30:53 PM »
I got a sparkplug tool from cyclerecycle for 5 dollars a couple of years ago for my CB500.  I just checked their site and they have a tool for $4.95.  http://www.crc2onlinecatalog.com/
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #4 on: March 17, 2009, 02:12:12 PM »
Got mine at the local motorcycle parts shop.  $6 and change and walked out the door with it.
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #5 on: March 17, 2009, 04:43:30 PM »
I carry an 18mm spark plug socket, 3/8 ratchet 2 extenders and a swivel in my tank bag. The few times I have had to get at plugs 2 or 3 on the side of the road I was glad I had them instead of the stock style.
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Offline Bill Vaughan

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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #6 on: March 17, 2009, 05:00:45 PM »
They're still available from Honda under part number 89216-323-000 (for a first-year CB500).  Around $10.00.
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Re: spark plug tool
« Reply #7 on: March 17, 2009, 08:34:24 PM »
My missing plug wrench was found at a local second-hand store, at the bottom of one of those "cheap oddball wrenches - 50¢ each" bins.



not only $$$ cheaper than the dealer.....

it has that correct vintage patina that can't be bought at any price.

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