Thank you SO MUCH. I’m still learning here and overtorqued mine and broke it off inside and thought I’d have to send it to the shop and pay boat loads of money but your video saved me 😭
How did you get yours out? I have the exact same issue that happened today. Been trying to get it out for literally past 10 hours with screw extractor but the socket keeps slipping off. It’s a 6pt 10mm
@@mistacdawg I did just what he did in the video. Used the exact same setup. It’s slipped on me the first few times and my heart sank but I pushed down good and hard and it bit. Honestly though man you may want to take the head off, if you’ve been at it ten hours you’ve likely shaved off some metal into your cylinder.
@@evilcultleader It hasn’t budged at all, I don’t think any metal shaving fell in since it’s still in the exact same position since I first started. The screw part of the plug is really stuck in there. Can’t even get the screw extractor to turn at all. I’ve tried to push on it and everything but I can’t get any socket to stay on it 6 or 12 point sockets. I have been looking for videos on how to remove the head/valve cover on this 2015 Chevy equinox but I can’t find a single video on TH-cam to help with this. I’m wondering at this point if a torch or mechanic would be able to fix this for me, I need this car back running by the end of today.
Saved my life brother. Replaced spark plugs in a 1989 Jaguar Vanden Plas. Used a torque wrench to tighten but for some reason one of the spark plugs broke. You can imagine how I felt! Did a search, found your video, picked up the ez-out at Lowes for $10.00. Extracted and replaced the spark plug today. Holy sweet Jesus am I relieved!! Than you for posting this.
Thank you for this video. The feeling of extracting the threads was greater than anything I have felt before. I don’t think there’s a drug or experience out there that could top this feeling.
I was panicking until I saw this and heard your calm reassuring tones! I was going to be stranded without this demonstration. Worked a treat as you described. Thank you so much!
I just used the Ryobi screw extractor #5, an 8-pt socket (3/8"), and a t-handle (for even torque distribution) and it worked perfectly. This video is a lifesaver! Thanks!
Thank you SO MUCH for this! I broke off a spark plug in my Prius and was at a loss as to what to do. I called around and had two mechanics flat out refuse to work on it. I had another tell me I was pretty much borked. I followed your technique and it worked like a charm. I cannot thank you enough, my friend. I would kiss you on the lips if you were here (in the manliest way possible)
Another grateful youtuber: 2002 Honda Accord SE. Over-torqued one of the spark plug and broke it leaving the thread inside. Ryobi #5 and the 3/8 universal socket saved the day. Thank you !
Worked like a charm!!! Remember to be gentle. The easy out will grab on to the spark plug itself. Took it out in 10 seconds with my hand. Thank you!!!!!!
Wanted to give you a huge thank you! This saved me big time. I got the Ryobi Spiral Screw Extractor set, used number 5 with a 3/8 socket and it worked. Followed your exact steps, gave it a slight tap, and worked it very slow and it worked like a charm. It might feel like it’s not working but it is, take your time and work slowly and it’ll come off. Thanks so much!
Oh thank God, seen 10 of these videos , I have the easy out, the extension , but no one but you explained what socket to use to hold the easy out THANK YOU VERY MUCH !
Just did exactly what you did on my motorcycle! Luckily it was a new plug and a clean break off. I used the same 10 mm spline socket. It was slightly loose, so I used duct tape along the socket and the extractor so that it wouldn’t slip. I can’t thank you enough!!
I am so grateful for this video. After breaking off the spark plug in my 2009 ML350 I thought I was in for a huge expensive repair. This video saved me so much time and money. I used the Ryobi #5 extractor and a 3/8 inch spline socket. It worked like a charm. I was so happy once that broken spark plug was out. Thank you so much!
Same here was glad it came out. Worked on second try. Best to go slow, steady and straight. First time maybe I hit hammer to soft. Better to increase hitting pressure than point of no return. The 2nd time I could feel the threads been dislodged. Then took of ratchet and the rest by hand with extension....steady n straight. Works. Used Thomas tools method
Thank you so much for this! I had a brand new spark plug break in a Kia Soul despite using anti-sieze compound and a torque wrench (the other 3 torqued down fine). I was able to extract it using this method and it even came most of the way out before I needed to tap on the extractor with a hammer to drive it in. That saved my bacon and the car is running fine on an old plug in that spot until its replacement arrives.
Broke off the threads of a plug in the head of my ninja 250r. Followed these instructions (#4 screw extractor with 8mm 12-point socket for a smaller motorcycle plug, Liquid Wrench used as a lube), was gentle as hell, and the thing came out! Thank you sir, I owe you a drink. PS. I did need a magnetic grabber to extract the bit with the threads on it in the end, if you're attempting this you might need one too.
This video is my saver. I was dumb enough using breaker bar to cut lose spark plug. The ceramic was broke and left thread inside. I was so panic and hopeless until found this video. IThank you so much.
Thank you for this! I was seriously worried I ruined my dirt bike because I over torqued the spark plug and broke the threads clean off! Ran to autozone and had it fixed in 10 minutes!
Thanks a lot... I got same problem and it got resolved thanks to your input here. Besides I couldn't hammer it in the beginning because I was doing Subaru Legacy 2005, which has its sparkplugs position on sides thus not giving enough space for properly hammering it. Therefore it took some time and then I had to slightly hammer it to get it fixed before unscrewing the plug. Glad and relieved to get it fixed within 24 hours of breaking the plug in it and getting relevant tools for having it done. Thanks again.
IF you are wondering what a good reliable easy out to buy is.. Its a Ryobi set from home depot. I am amazed with how much force I was able to put on it without snapping it off. I ended up using a breaker bar with full force on mine to get the spark plug loose. Got the job done.
Thank you for this. I haven't broken a spark plug but I'm trying to prepare myself just in case lol. My (37f) dad was a mechanic so he did all this stuff for me but he died several years ago. Good mechanics are getting harder to find. A shady mechanic took advantage of me (claiming my car needed parts it didn't and then charging for labor + returning parts the parts I bought), so I decided to learn to do this stuff myself. TH-cam videos have helped me so much, but the comments have been just as informative.
2018 dodge challenger awd. I used all the exact tools and PB blaster...freight harbors $10.99 extractor set however. FOLLOW this man's instructions! This SAVED ME!! THANK YOU! Worked beautiful. I over torqued.Threads were IN THERE and this (and GOD), solved ALL.
Worked for a busted plug on my 6.2 liter yukon. Use a vaccum to get the porcelain out and then get at it with the #5 easy out. Make sure it's a high quality easy out/extractor tool, not a cheapo one or it will break. Good luck!
Thanks so much ... it have work ... I was very much concerne as all mechanic advice me for removing head cylinder but I didn't it my self and broken spark plug have come out ... excellent job man ... God bless you 👍
Thanks man this worked saved me atleast a thousand bucks on my f150 Also for anyone else doing this, DONT use liquid wrench. It didnt work to loosen the spark plug thread. PB blaster worked, let it soak overnight and spray more 10 mins before removing Cheers
The Wookie Monster I have some specialty spline drive sockets that work for almost any shape of fastener. The best way is to buy a square drive socket to fit or an eight point socket will work.
Your car got here oook... Lmao 🤣 I'm here watching this trying to help my father in law take out his spark plug to his 2008 chevy express thanks for the help bro 🙏
Thank you thank you the technique works very well I had the number one on a 2008 grand prix after getting easy out and I sprayed it with pb six times over 2 HRS then taped the number 5 Irwin EZ out in by putting a socket that fit the EZ out on the taped it in with my big ratchet head did not want to have to take the fans out to be Abel to get a hammer in to tap the EZ out in and it works like a champ 🏆 so again THANK YOU ! AND A WELL DONE VIDEO TO Thanks John 😅😊
once on motorcycle I was changing spark plugs. While loosening it broke lika this. I dont have tool for this. So I managed to take normal flst head screw driver, sharpened side edges and tapped in the hole. Then started turning with ratchen and broke loose. One of the most lucky saves I managed to do.
UPDATED TRICK FOR THOSE WHO ARE STRUGGLING IN 2023🚨🚨🚨🚨 Use a screw extractor with a bit that fits into a screw driver with exchangeable ends and screw it out slowly and carefully. You can find a screw extractor from Harbor Freight for under $10 and it will save you a expensive trip to the auto shop! I just did it and it worked. Best of luck!
I snapped a spark plug head right off trying to remove it. My friend/neighbor did the same. We were able to use the Ryobi extractor #5 from Home Depot it comes in a kit for like 10 bucks. Due to lockdowns in our region we were limited to the tools we were able to get. We used a 3/8 extension backwards (it is not a perfect fit) on the drill bit. With an adjustable wrench that we had a short pipe on. We sprayed penetrating oil for 2 days and took it really easy. We turned the wrench (also supporting the extension) until there was good pressure and tapped the extension bit on the head with a hammer. We were successful at removing 2 broken spark plugs. I hope this helps but don't hold me accountable if things go sideways!
2008 honda fit motor. The #5 Ryobi (19/64) is too small for the spark plug body and falls through. I bought an 8 piece ATE Tool Piece Screw Extractor kit, but the 5th one (19/64) in the 8 piece set is larger than #5 ryobi and barely starts to thread at all. It goes all the way into the spark plug body and barely starts to catch near the end of the threads. I pulled it out with shavings but it never grabbed. The next size up wont fit - socket is too large and won't fit down the hole. I took a 5/8" spade hole drill thing and grinded it down to taper and sharpened the edges. I tapped it in with a hammer pretty good, but it would not budge at all. Soaked with penetrating oil but no luck. Will try again tomorrow. Have you seen the spark plug body be too large before? #5 Ryobi is too small for the threaded body left in the engine. Not sure why my opening is much larger than everyone elses. Thanks
The spiral extractors break off far too easily. I use the square extractors, which grip the edges over a small surface area and tend not to expand the entire surface area of the remaining spark plug threads.
Hello! I am trying to atempt this same thing on my car, what size and brand of ez out is this, I went into harbor freight and the ones they had seemed too small . Thank you in advance for your help
That gets much tougher. You could use a long drill bit to drill out the ceramic. However you would need to make sure to get all of the ceramic out very carefully with some sort of a vacuum.
How often did spark plug break inside like this? Plan to start serving spark plugs and other things on my spare time - seem to be easy after a few jobs but need to be careful of not messing up anything and cost more money to myself. Any other tips you can give on this type of job?
Did you have to drill it first? If not so basically the ratchet was on “righty tighty, lefty loosy” you tapped the the EZ out onto the plug and starting screwing out first? (Lefty loosy) or righty tighty so it can get inside of the plug and then left loosy??
The ceramic came out of the plug so there was no need to drill the easy out is what’s called a reverse or left handed spiral so you only go lefty loosy and it will bite in to the plug and begin turning it out.
Hey I have a question....is it possible for the engine to get rusted if I put to much PB blaster because to took it to a mechanic after I couldn’t take it out and I feel like he’s trying to rip me off
Gerardo Chavez pb blaster will not cause rust. It will protect against rust. However if the system sat with the plug out in a humid area there is a chance that it would develop rust in the upper cylinder. Particularly if it sat open for more than a few days. However in most cases that is just surface rust and will go away as soon as the engine turns over. If it sat open for an extended period of time the rust could cause pitting which can cause some issues.
What size easy out was that . I was wondering because I have the same issue and I have an easy out that looks like yours I wanted to know what size your easy out was. Then I can purchase that socket . I have not tried the socket yet
Thanks for the video. I have a question, my car is at 113,000 first time replacing plugs. I have this EXACT problem, however I presoaked my plug for two days before my plug broke leaving only the threaded portion in head. My last hope is doing this procedure. Do you think it will work?
I used a spline drive socket that held the tool. You can get square Drive sockets, eight point sockets or use a tight fitting six or twelve point socket as well.
I’m having a hard time finding the socket that will fit the extension and extractor. Can anyone send me the exact tool they use .or some links so I could possibly order it. Thank you in advance
Here is a set that should work. Lisle 70500 Tap Socket Set www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SRFOE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_VBWHNWPXY41QY1CB51F3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
What is the name of the extension bar you have on top of the ez out? It seems like it would need to be a female to female extension and I can’t find anything like that.
Yo I have a Honda Issue - 2006 Honda Odyssey Tampered Tip, over the cooper core ground electrode. Snapped in the engine area and it was dry but dark with white dirt on it. The main problem now is the Honda does not start. 1) Starter replaced 2)Ignition replaced 3) Battery full 4) Ground issue fixed. 5)Spark Plugs replaced with -4 tip Audi A6 4.2 Quattro spark plugs..... 6) Used a portable 1500A Jump Starter - failed 7) Car makes Clicking sound when turning the key. What can I do now, help needed!
Akuma Raou you need to make sure the engine isn’t seized by using a ratchet to turn it by hand. The main crankshaft pulley is where you want to hook up and see if if the engine will turn. If it turns fine check both your power and ground cables.
You will have to get those out by either breaking the ceramic or drilling it out. You then need to make sure and vacuum any bits out of the cylinder before putting in the new plug.
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Thank you SO MUCH. I’m still learning here and overtorqued mine and broke it off inside and thought I’d have to send it to the shop and pay boat loads of money but your video saved me 😭
How did you get yours out? I have the exact same issue that happened today. Been trying to get it out for literally past 10 hours with screw extractor but the socket keeps slipping off. It’s a 6pt 10mm
@@mistacdawg I did just what he did in the video. Used the exact same setup. It’s slipped on me the first few times and my heart sank but I pushed down good and hard and it bit. Honestly though man you may want to take the head off, if you’ve been at it ten hours you’ve likely shaved off some metal into your cylinder.
@@evilcultleader It hasn’t budged at all, I don’t think any metal shaving fell in since it’s still in the exact same position since I first started. The screw part of the plug is really stuck in there. Can’t even get the screw extractor to turn at all. I’ve tried to push on it and everything but I can’t get any socket to stay on it 6 or 12 point sockets. I have been looking for videos on how to remove the head/valve cover on this 2015 Chevy equinox but I can’t find a single video on TH-cam to help with this. I’m wondering at this point if a torch or mechanic would be able to fix this for me, I need this car back running by the end of today.
@@evilcultleader finally got it out with this method 😄. I had to hammer the extraction bit in a bit more.
@@mistacdawg awesome brother! yes in the vid he says be very careful you don’t realize it takes a lil umph to get it to bite.
Saved my life brother.
Replaced spark plugs in a 1989 Jaguar Vanden Plas. Used a torque wrench to tighten but for some reason one of the spark plugs broke. You can imagine how I felt! Did a search, found your video, picked up the ez-out at Lowes for $10.00. Extracted and replaced the spark plug today. Holy sweet Jesus am I relieved!!
Than you for posting this.
Nice job! Was it easy? Hope I will never had to deal with it. Yes, spark plugs can be pretty tight to remove.
Thank you for this video. The feeling of extracting the threads was greater than anything I have felt before. I don’t think there’s a drug or experience out there that could top this feeling.
Holy hell, a broken plug in a BMW, that is a nightmare. Yoiu saved that guy like the price of the car!
I was panicking until I saw this and heard your calm reassuring tones! I was going to be stranded without this demonstration. Worked a treat as you described. Thank you so much!
I just used the Ryobi screw extractor #5, an 8-pt socket (3/8"), and a t-handle (for even torque distribution) and it worked perfectly. This video is a lifesaver! Thanks!
You are a gem, sir!! Ryobi #5 screw extractor w/ 3/8" socket and my heart was able to beat again. Thank you so much for posting this! A true blessing!
Thank you SO MUCH for this! I broke off a spark plug in my Prius and was at a loss as to what to do. I called around and had two mechanics flat out refuse to work on it. I had another tell me I was pretty much borked. I followed your technique and it worked like a charm. I cannot thank you enough, my friend.
I would kiss you on the lips if you were here (in the manliest way possible)
Another grateful youtuber: 2002 Honda Accord SE. Over-torqued one of the spark plug and broke it leaving the thread inside. Ryobi #5 and the 3/8 universal socket saved the day. Thank you !
Worked like a charm!!! Remember to be gentle. The easy out will grab on to the spark plug itself. Took it out in 10 seconds with my hand. Thank you!!!!!!
Wanted to give you a huge thank you! This saved me big time. I got the Ryobi Spiral Screw Extractor set, used number 5 with a 3/8 socket and it worked. Followed your exact steps, gave it a slight tap, and worked it very slow and it worked like a charm. It might feel like it’s not working but it is, take your time and work slowly and it’ll come off. Thanks so much!
How did you fit in the 3/8 socket and the #5 extractor?
Oh thank God, seen 10 of these videos , I have the easy out, the extension , but no one but you explained what socket to use to hold the easy out THANK YOU VERY MUCH !
Over torqued a spark plug, this worked like a charm!! Thank you!!
Just did exactly what you did on my motorcycle! Luckily it was a new plug and a clean break off. I used the same 10 mm spline socket. It was slightly loose, so I used duct tape along the socket and the extractor so that it wouldn’t slip. I can’t thank you enough!!
I'm going through the same thing rn 😭 brand new spark snapped clean
I am so grateful for this video. After breaking off the spark plug in my 2009 ML350 I thought I was in for a huge expensive repair. This video saved me so much time and money. I used the Ryobi #5 extractor and a 3/8 inch spline socket. It worked like a charm. I was so happy once that broken spark plug was out. Thank you so much!
Did u hammer in the #5 ?
@@wuppji1316 yes, just a couple of light taps with a hammer to set the extractor.
Same here was glad it came out. Worked on second try. Best to go slow, steady and straight. First time maybe I hit hammer to soft. Better to increase hitting pressure than point of no return. The 2nd time I could feel the threads been dislodged. Then took of ratchet and the rest by hand with extension....steady n straight. Works. Used Thomas tools method
Over torqued and this worked beautifully! Thanks for the video, was at a completely loss
Thank you so much for this! I had a brand new spark plug break in a Kia Soul despite using anti-sieze compound and a torque wrench (the other 3 torqued down fine). I was able to extract it using this method and it even came most of the way out before I needed to tap on the extractor with a hammer to drive it in. That saved my bacon and the car is running fine on an old plug in that spot until its replacement arrives.
Broke off the threads of a plug in the head of my ninja 250r. Followed these instructions (#4 screw extractor with 8mm 12-point socket for a smaller motorcycle plug, Liquid Wrench used as a lube), was gentle as hell, and the thing came out! Thank you sir, I owe you a drink.
PS. I did need a magnetic grabber to extract the bit with the threads on it in the end, if you're attempting this you might need one too.
This video is my saver. I was dumb enough using breaker bar to cut lose spark plug. The ceramic was broke and left thread inside. I was so panic and hopeless until found this video. IThank you so much.
I wish I knew this 30 dollars ago. I bought the thread tool instead. But this is just what I needed to see. Thanks sooooo much!
Thank you for this! I had one break off on my 1994 SHO and this technique worked perfectly! Thanks again.
Thank you for this! I was seriously worried I ruined my dirt bike because I over torqued the spark plug and broke the threads clean off! Ran to autozone and had it fixed in 10 minutes!
Awesome! Glad it helped.
Thanks a lot... I got same problem and it got resolved thanks to your input here. Besides I couldn't hammer it in the beginning because I was doing Subaru Legacy 2005, which has its sparkplugs position on sides thus not giving enough space for properly hammering it. Therefore it took some time and then I had to slightly hammer it to get it fixed before unscrewing the plug. Glad and relieved to get it fixed within 24 hours of breaking the plug in it and getting relevant tools for having it done.
Thanks again.
Thank you so much for your help!, saved me so much money and for not fixing it in the winter!
IF you are wondering what a good reliable easy out to buy is.. Its a Ryobi set from home depot. I am amazed with how much force I was able to put on it without snapping it off. I ended up using a breaker bar with full force on mine to get the spark plug loose. Got the job done.
I also was successful using the Ryobi set!
Thanks! Worked for me too!
Wow breaker bar full force i would have shit my pants 😕
Thank you for this. I haven't broken a spark plug but I'm trying to prepare myself just in case lol.
My (37f) dad was a mechanic so he did all this stuff for me but he died several years ago. Good mechanics are getting harder to find.
A shady mechanic took advantage of me (claiming my car needed parts it didn't and then charging for labor + returning parts the parts I bought), so I decided to learn to do this stuff myself.
TH-cam videos have helped me so much, but the comments have been just as informative.
Need to come back and thank this guy big time.
I was able to extract it…and save a bunch of money…
2018 dodge challenger awd. I used all the exact tools and PB blaster...freight harbors $10.99 extractor set however. FOLLOW this man's instructions! This SAVED ME!! THANK YOU! Worked beautiful. I over torqued.Threads were IN THERE and this (and GOD), solved ALL.
Worked for a busted plug on my 6.2 liter yukon. Use a vaccum to get the porcelain out and then get at it with the #5 easy out. Make sure it's a high quality easy out/extractor tool, not a cheapo one or it will break. Good luck!
Wow -- great instructions! Saved me hundreds of dollars!
hi thanks for your video i have had a plug break on my motor bike so i did just the same as u did with the BMW and it i got the plug out just fine.
Thanks so much ... it have work ... I was very much concerne as all mechanic advice me for removing head cylinder but I didn't it my self and broken spark plug have come out ... excellent job man ... God bless you 👍
Thanks man this worked saved me atleast a thousand bucks on my f150
Also for anyone else doing this, DONT use liquid wrench. It didnt work to loosen the spark plug thread.
PB blaster worked, let it soak overnight and spray more 10 mins before removing
Cheers
That’s awesome to hear. Great job getting it fixed.
Wow
Man it worked like magic
You voided me an enormous problem
Thanks 🙏
You sir are the man. Worked like a charm. Thank you.
Sir you are a life saver. Thank you!
I broke a spark plug in my ‘16 Passat today. Going to grab the Ryobi kit right now. Thanks!
Dude you are so awesome. Worked like a charm.
Randomly used this video today and worked thank you!!🎉
I was wondering how to get a socket on over that. It’s those little bits of info that really helps people. Thanks
The Wookie Monster I have some specialty spline drive sockets that work for almost any shape of fastener. The best way is to buy a square drive socket to fit or an eight point socket will work.
YOU SIR ARE A LIFE SAVER!!! Use a #5, 10 mm spline socket 1/2 ratchet.. BEST FEELING IN THE WORLD!!
Thank you my dude just got mine out appreciate the quick instructional video
Your car got here oook...
Lmao 🤣 I'm here watching this trying to help my father in law take out his spark plug to his 2008 chevy express thanks for the help bro 🙏
Thanks for your help , just fix two broken spark plug in my f150 …
Finally trying this tomorrow on a Ford Ecoboost. 9 years of being a mechanic and I finally broke my first spark plug. Yay
Was it the 1.6 Ecoboost?
This videos saved me bruhh , tip tho u can still turn it with a 12 point socket but to pull it out when your done you need a magnet
You are the next god sir ! Thank you worked smoothly
GREAT VIDEO! THANK YOU SO MUCH! SAVED ME SO MUCH TIME!
Awesome video.
Total life saver on this Ford vehicle!!
Thank you thank you the technique works very well I had the number one on a 2008 grand prix after getting easy out and I sprayed it with pb six times over 2 HRS then taped the number 5 Irwin EZ out in by putting a socket that fit the EZ out on the taped it in with my big ratchet head did not want to have to take the fans out to be Abel to get a hammer in to tap the EZ out in and it works like a champ 🏆 so again THANK YOU ! AND A WELL DONE VIDEO TO Thanks John 😅😊
Thank you brother you just saved me with this video i had one broke on me in my jeep thank you thank you
once on motorcycle I was changing spark plugs. While loosening it broke lika this. I dont have tool for this. So I managed to take normal flst head screw driver, sharpened side edges and tapped in the hole. Then started turning with ratchen and broke loose. One of the most lucky saves I managed to do.
You didn't mention you turn the wrench to the left, I saw that and everything went as planned. Thanks Again.
Thank you 💕 this has saved me!!!!!
Ryobi for the win! (Also, a bit of anti-seize grease beforehand saved me.)
Thank you very much .....
Thank you so much you’re a life saver
Thank you so much it worked !!!
Thanks so much video help so much we got that spork plug out given u 10000 thanks 💪🏽💥💥💥💥💥💥
Very good video
UPDATED TRICK FOR THOSE WHO ARE STRUGGLING IN 2023🚨🚨🚨🚨
Use a screw extractor with a bit that fits into a screw driver with exchangeable ends and screw it out slowly and carefully.
You can find a screw extractor from Harbor Freight for under $10 and it will save you a expensive trip to the auto shop!
I just did it and it worked. Best of luck!
Thank you dude this saved me so much grief. 100% worked Thank you
Great instructions. I used a #4 Easy-Out instead with a 9MM instead of a #5 Easy-out with the 10MM head. Thanks!
That bih dea worked good for me 💯💯 hopefully another doesn't break off again
I snapped a spark plug head right off trying to remove it. My friend/neighbor did the same. We were able to use the Ryobi extractor #5 from Home Depot it comes in a kit for like 10 bucks. Due to lockdowns in our region we were limited to the tools we were able to get. We used a 3/8 extension backwards (it is not a perfect fit) on the drill bit. With an adjustable wrench that we had a short pipe on. We sprayed penetrating oil for 2 days and took it really easy. We turned the wrench (also supporting the extension) until there was good pressure and tapped the extension bit on the head with a hammer. We were successful at removing 2 broken spark plugs. I hope this helps but don't hold me accountable if things go sideways!
Great info! Thank you.
2008 honda fit motor. The #5 Ryobi (19/64) is too small for the spark plug body and falls through. I bought an 8 piece ATE Tool Piece Screw Extractor kit, but the 5th one (19/64) in the 8 piece set is larger than #5 ryobi and barely starts to thread at all. It goes all the way into the spark plug body and barely starts to catch near the end of the threads.
I pulled it out with shavings but it never grabbed. The next size up wont fit - socket is too large and won't fit down the hole. I took a 5/8" spade hole drill thing and grinded it down to taper and sharpened the edges. I tapped it in with a hammer pretty good, but it would not budge at all. Soaked with penetrating oil but no luck. Will try again tomorrow.
Have you seen the spark plug body be too large before? #5 Ryobi is too small for the threaded body left in the engine. Not sure why my opening is much larger than everyone elses.
Thanks
Thanks, help out!
Spiral easy out works sometimes. What work for me on o ertorques spark plug is 4 sided square strait flute easy out # 4 (on ford explorer)
You saved me a 100$ mate, thank you❤
Great! Thanks.
It worked thank you
Thanks
Thanks for posting. I still broke the easy out. Sometimes that happens.
That is not fun!
How did u recover the broken easy out? Burr bit? Maybe compression stroke 😂?
I escalated to the next level and replaced the head with a rebuilt unit. Not sure what else you can do with the head still on the engine.
You saved my ass, thank you
What are the tools ? And sizes and prices if can bout to do the very same thing
That's a very aggressive easy out. I am having this problem right now. The easy out I got is not grabbing. What brand of easy out are you using?
i got find a socket thats fits the #5 they all just warp and break when putting torque on them
Find a spline drive or square drive socket.
Hello, and thanks for your video
Pls kindly assist with the link where I can get the square drive splined sockets. Many thanks in advance.
The spiral extractors break off far too easily. I use the square extractors, which grip the edges over a small surface area and tend not to expand the entire surface area of the remaining spark plug threads.
I have a size 5 easy out but it does not fit tight in the 10mm special socket.
James Njoroge you can use a square drive or 8 point socket. Normally 1/4 inch. The 10mm that I used is a spline drive socket.
How are you getting the no5 easy out to stay still?
A12 point socket will work to
Thanks for the video , which size is the extractor ?
The extractor is a #5.
Hello! I am trying to atempt this same thing on my car, what size and brand of ez out is this, I went into harbor freight and the ones they had seemed too small . Thank you in advance for your help
The brand shouldn’t matter much, size 4 or 5 should be what you need.
I have the same problem on my 08 E90 BMW but the ceramic is still inside the snapped plug. How would get the EZ Out to engage the thread? Thx.
That gets much tougher. You could use a long drill bit to drill out the ceramic. However you would need to make sure to get all of the ceramic out very carefully with some sort of a vacuum.
How often did spark plug break inside like this? Plan to start serving spark plugs and other things on my spare time - seem to be easy after a few jobs but need to be careful of not messing up anything and cost more money to myself.
Any other tips you can give on this type of job?
@@jamescc2010 it’s pretty rare for one to break.
Did you have to drill it first? If not so basically the ratchet was on “righty tighty, lefty loosy” you tapped the the EZ out onto the plug and starting screwing out first? (Lefty loosy) or righty tighty so it can get inside of the plug and then left loosy??
The ceramic came out of the plug so there was no need to drill the easy out is what’s called a reverse or left handed spiral so you only go lefty loosy and it will bite in to the plug and begin turning it out.
Hey I have a question....is it possible for the engine to get rusted if I put to much PB blaster because to took it to a mechanic after I couldn’t take it out and I feel like he’s trying to rip me off
Gerardo Chavez pb blaster will not cause rust. It will protect against rust. However if the system sat with the plug out in a humid area there is a chance that it would develop rust in the upper cylinder. Particularly if it sat open for more than a few days. However in most cases that is just surface rust and will go away as soon as the engine turns over. If it sat open for an extended period of time the rust could cause pitting which can cause some issues.
Link for the part please
What size easy out was that . I was wondering because I have the same issue and I have an easy out that looks like yours I wanted to know what size your easy out was. Then I can purchase that socket . I have not tried the socket yet
The easy out is a #5
Thanks for the video. I have a question, my car is at 113,000 first time replacing plugs. I have this EXACT problem, however I presoaked my plug for two days before my plug broke leaving only the threaded portion in head. My last hope is doing this procedure. Do you think it will work?
It is your best hope. As long as the plug isn’t cross threaded it should work.
What did u use to keep the easy out tool to stick to the extension since I’ve only seen them used for drills?
I used a spline drive socket that held the tool. You can get square Drive sockets, eight point sockets or use a tight fitting six or twelve point socket as well.
I’m having a hard time finding the socket that will fit the extension and extractor. Can anyone send me the exact tool they use .or some links so I could possibly order it. Thank you in advance
Here is a set that should work. Lisle 70500 Tap Socket Set www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SRFOE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_VBWHNWPXY41QY1CB51F3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
What size is the easy out ? Thank you!!!
aBram Bam size #5
What's a better Easy-Out, spiral or square?
For me it depends on the situation. I say use whichever you have or have easy access to.
What is the name of the extension bar you have on top of the ez out? It seems like it would need to be a female to female extension and I can’t find anything like that.
I used a standard 3/8” drive extension six inches long with a socket on the end of it that would grip the ez out.
What size to use for an Nissan Altima 2.5L SL ? I have that same problem
Should be the same size.
Hey I have a question, does the easy out size matter depending on the plug? My car is 2016 bmw 328i x drive
Omer Eyoub not usually. Even though some plug size vary most of them are very close to the same size at the electrode.
Thanks you are awesome !
Yo I have a Honda Issue - 2006 Honda Odyssey Tampered Tip, over the cooper core ground electrode. Snapped in the engine area and it was dry but dark with white dirt on it. The main problem now is the Honda does not start.
1) Starter replaced
2)Ignition replaced
3) Battery full
4) Ground issue fixed.
5)Spark Plugs replaced with -4 tip Audi A6 4.2 Quattro spark plugs.....
6) Used a portable 1500A Jump Starter - failed
7) Car makes Clicking sound when turning the key.
What can I do now, help needed!
Akuma Raou you need to make sure the engine isn’t seized by using a ratchet to turn it by hand. The main crankshaft pulley is where you want to hook up and see if if the engine will turn. If it turns fine check both your power and ground cables.
@@YourCarGuyDRthanks i'll give it a try
What if there’s still ceramic and the iridium rod still in it????
You will have to get those out by either breaking the ceramic or drilling it out. You then need to make sure and vacuum any bits out of the cylinder before putting in the new plug.