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Old 07-29-2002 | 08:05 AM
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Slightly dumb question, but it's not in the book that came with the engine. What should the torque be for spark plugs for an HP500?
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Old 07-29-2002 | 12:32 PM
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They should be snug. I've never heard of anyone using a torque wrench to tighten plugs. Get them snug and them give them a 1/8th turn. That'll keep'em in there.
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Old 07-29-2002 | 02:45 PM
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I think the Merc manual says 16ft-lbs...
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