I've gotten it out using a standard socket and a "U"-joint handle.
Turns out I've used a similar combo on many other places on the 78
Midget......
MD
---Larry Macy <macy@bblmail.psycha.upenn.edu> wrote:
>
> >I really hate to ask a question that appears to be this stupid, but
> >I will. With that as a warning, how do you remove the spark plug
> >closest to the front of the engine (plug #1 ?) on a 77 Midget. The
> >problem is that the spark plug socket that I have is to long to get
> >between/over the plug and the alternator, and the alternator is
adjusted
> >as far away as possible from the plug. As I see it I have the
following
> >choices:
> >
> > 1. Remove the alternator.
> > 2. Find a different socket (maybe shorter), or wrench.
> > 3. Leave the plug in place and pretend that it is good.
> > 4. Ask the experts.
> >
> >Am I missing something very obvious? I can't believe that number
one is the
> >answer. Any advice will be helpful.
> >
> >Thanks,
> >
> >Bill Gilroy
> >1977 Midget, DOA
> Don't pull the alternator. Just loosen and remove the belt from the
> pulley. Taket the top bolt out and flor it over towards the wheel
well.
> If anyone has a better option PLEASE tell me.
>
> Larry Macy
> 78 Midget
>
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