2000-2005 Discuss your 2000-2005 Bonneville SE, SLE, and SSEi Please use General Chat for non-mechanical issues, and Performance and Brainstorming for improvements.

2003 spark plug change

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 31, 2014 | 02:00 PM
  #1  
vendo's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
Posts like a Turbo
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 480
Likes: 3
From: MASS
vendo is on a distinguished road
Default 2003 spark plug change

It doesn't look like fun,anyone done it?..what should I put in it, its an SSEI...
Reply
Old May 31, 2014 | 09:17 PM
  #2  
Tech II's Avatar
Senior Member

True Car Nut
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 2,878
Likes: 1,097
From: Worcester, Ma.
Tech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I use a double ball swivel setup....use OEM plugs.....replace wires too.....
Reply
Old May 31, 2014 | 09:19 PM
  #3  
Mike's Avatar
Retired
Certified Car Nut
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 17,960
Likes: 1,839
From: Dark Side, AZ
Mike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond reputeMike has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Flex head ratchet works fine for me on the rear bank of the 3800'*.
Reply
Old Jun 1, 2014 | 10:50 AM
  #4  
WilliamE's Avatar
Senior Member

True Car Nut
 
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 3,468
Likes: 592
From: VA
WilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond reputeWilliamE has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Flex head ratchet is what I use on my 3800 II PA.

Also reccomend OE plugs and wires, I use AC Delco, best plugs to go with IMO are the iridium plugs.

Rockauto has a rebate going on for the Iridium plugs at the moment.
ACDELCO Part # 41101
Here is a link to info on the rebate, and the link for the rebate form, scroll down a little to find ACDelco Spark Plug Rebate info.
RockAuto Current Promotions and Manufacturer Rebates

Spark Plug Wire Kit is ACDELCO Part # 746EE
Reply
Old Jun 1, 2014 | 01:04 PM
  #5  
Tech II's Avatar
Senior Member

True Car Nut
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 2,878
Likes: 1,097
From: Worcester, Ma.
Tech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond reputeTech II has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I use to use a flex head.....but once you buy a ball swivel spark plug socket, and add another ball swivel to it, just add an extension to the setup and you can get to just about any spark plug.....you are limited with the throw of the flex head in tight spots....the double swivel and extension eliminates it.....easy peasy lemon squeezy....
Reply
Old Jun 1, 2014 | 03:15 PM
  #6  
GunsOfNavarone's Avatar
Retired Administrator

True Car Nut
 
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2,906
Likes: 194
From: Williamsport, PA
GunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud ofGunsOfNavarone has much to be proud of
Default

Originally Posted by vendo
It doesn't look like fun,anyone done it?..what should I put in it, its an SSEI...
I recommend a big old nasty comforter. To place between you and the top of the engine while replace the rear plugs. Keeps you from damaging the parts and top of the engine and keeps those parts from hurting you, getting caught on your clothes, etc.
Reply
Old Jun 2, 2014 | 08:06 AM
  #7  
jwfirebird's Avatar
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 9,616
Likes: 594
From: western,ny state
jwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond reputejwfirebird has a reputation beyond repute
Default

havent done a hbody after 2000, did they put something in there? my 98 you have room for a normal wrench and my fat arms. i think i may have used a couple inch extention to clear the o2
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ComfyCar
1992-1999
8
Sep 29, 2005 07:38 PM
supapuff3
2000-2005
3
Jun 5, 2005 07:38 PM
Muslimsteel
Your Ride: GM Pictures & Videos
7
Jun 21, 2004 09:26 PM
Rogue
2000-2005
21
Aug 11, 2003 04:55 PM
buickpower3800sc
Performance, Brainstorming & Tuning
4
Mar 15, 2003 04:27 PM




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:18 AM.