Oil in spark plug well
#1
02-04-2010, 07:22 PM
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Oil in spark plug well
Simple question-what's the best way to get excess oil out of a spark plug well? I've got my cam cover gaskets ordered, new plugs in hand-I just don't want to loosen the old plug with all the juice surrounding it. Side note-what should I clean the underside of the cam cover with?
#2
02-05-2010, 07:12 AM
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Hi Wally,
Depends on how much there is. If swimming in the stuff then suction. If not the rag and screw driver. Just be careful.
For a suction device if the other half won't let you use the new Dyson vacuum cleaner, you can make your own with a Screw top Jam Jar (Jelly to you I think) and two lengths of rubber gas type pipe.
Simply drill two holes in the jar top very slightly smaller than the diameter of the pipe.
Force the 2 pipes through the holes so that they protrude about 1.5" into the jar.
Seal around the pipes and leave to set over night.
Replace the top and away you go. Needs to be an airtight fitting top.
You can now suck on one of the pipes whilst vacuuming up the fluid with the other end.
The Juice will go into the Jar.
Keep an eye on the level (you don't want to get a mouthful)
You might need to practise a bit with your tongue sealing the end of the pipe as you expel the upsucked air.
Remember the bigger the Jar and the larger the diameter of the pipes, the more sucking effort is required.
Or you might want to adapt one of the pipes to fit your vacuum cleaner.
Can also be used for collecting bugs or other fine particulates.
For cleaning the cam cover (removed from vehicle) WD40 and a rag. When you are done make sure it is dry before you replace it.
Don't forget to get over to the New Member Area for a proper introduction, and post up some pics when you can.
Depends on how much there is. If swimming in the stuff then suction. If not the rag and screw driver. Just be careful.
For a suction device if the other half won't let you use the new Dyson vacuum cleaner, you can make your own with a Screw top Jam Jar (Jelly to you I think) and two lengths of rubber gas type pipe.
Simply drill two holes in the jar top very slightly smaller than the diameter of the pipe.
Force the 2 pipes through the holes so that they protrude about 1.5" into the jar.
Seal around the pipes and leave to set over night.
Replace the top and away you go. Needs to be an airtight fitting top.
You can now suck on one of the pipes whilst vacuuming up the fluid with the other end.
The Juice will go into the Jar.
Keep an eye on the level (you don't want to get a mouthful)
You might need to practise a bit with your tongue sealing the end of the pipe as you expel the upsucked air.
Remember the bigger the Jar and the larger the diameter of the pipes, the more sucking effort is required.
Or you might want to adapt one of the pipes to fit your vacuum cleaner.
Can also be used for collecting bugs or other fine particulates.
For cleaning the cam cover (removed from vehicle) WD40 and a rag. When you are done make sure it is dry before you replace it.
Don't forget to get over to the New Member Area for a proper introduction, and post up some pics when you can.
#3
02-05-2010, 05:07 PM
This sounds like an AJ6 or AJ 16 issue. Not my main forte but I have seen Jag mechanics use rags to soak out the oil. Rather immediate and effective.
The only thing I have ever cleaned internal type parts with is "Gunk".
JustV12 and his 2 cents.
The only thing I have ever cleaned internal type parts with is "Gunk".
JustV12 and his 2 cents.
Last edited by justV12; 02-05-2010 at 05:11 PM.
#4
02-06-2010, 01:55 PM
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Thanks...
Thanx to both of you guys for responding. I'm in the middle of some rather infrequent rain for So Cal, so probably not popping the hood this weekend... My kitty USED to be garaged all the time, but that's another story. I've had her since 2002 and she's got 70,000 original miles on her. Showing SLIGHT signs of age, but all in all, a sweetheart.
#5
02-07-2010, 02:26 PM
I assume that you are driving an XJ40 by the problem you described with the oil in the plug hole. I have driven them and though initially I was not enchanted, they have come to grow on me as they have proven to be such very good cars. After the initial two years they got quite good. So good in fact that I insist my children drive "40's" if they want "vintage" Jaguars. My son a '91 and My daughter a '94
What is most irritating is the AJ 6 and "16" engines themselves. They are simple to work on, rock steady reliable and near as quick as a V 12! This engine is the single biggest cause for the rarity of the V12 engine in the xj40 body style. (Actually when equipped with a V12 it would be called XJ 81)
Irritating because I enjoy the exclusivity of the V12 engine but this engine makes it near redundant.
So there you have it, I see these cars quietly becoming respected classics at Jaguar/British car events.
Happy motoring to you Wally!
JustV12.
What is most irritating is the AJ 6 and "16" engines themselves. They are simple to work on, rock steady reliable and near as quick as a V 12! This engine is the single biggest cause for the rarity of the V12 engine in the xj40 body style. (Actually when equipped with a V12 it would be called XJ 81)
Irritating because I enjoy the exclusivity of the V12 engine but this engine makes it near redundant.
So there you have it, I see these cars quietly becoming respected classics at Jaguar/British car events.
Happy motoring to you Wally!
JustV12.
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