I had to cut short a road trip yesterday because my 81 Vanagon has ejected the #3 spark plug twice during my travels, which I replaced by the side of the road with a new one each time. I was able to tighten it down, or at least so I thought. I called my mechanic from the road after the second occurrence and he assured me I could make it home safely and I did. Now that I am home, I am looking for wisdom from the list. My mechanic says either I have stripped threads or a cracked head (horrors!), which is heating up, expanding and letting go of the spark plug. I won't be taking the bus in until Monday, so any other thoughts, wisdom, advice and anything you all think I can check out on my own will be appreciated. I have a few days off and time to tinker since I am no longer camping under the watchful eye of Mt. Shasta :-( Thanks! -- Melissa Mourkas 81 Westy Basic Camper |
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