Friday, September 23, 2011

Changing the spark plugs and wires on a 4th generation firebird LT1 engine?

hi, i was wondering if anybody has changed the spark plugs and wires on a 4th generation firebird 5.7 liter with the LT1 engine, i have a 1996 firebird formula with 5.7 liter engine and i have been told that its kind of a pain in the butt, but i'am wanting to do it myself so if someone that has done it before could tell me the best way to do it that would be greatly appreciated.and dont tell me take it some where because i called and places want six or seven hundred dollars just for labor to change the plugs and wires and im not paying 6 or seven hundred dollars for labor when i can do it my self. so please throughly explain the whole process best way to get to each plug etc. more info the better thanks.
Changing the spark plugs and wires on a 4th generation firebird LT1 engine?
Having worked on and tore down to the smallest part engines ranging from a weed eater to a small block chevy I have amassed quite an assortment of tools, some even home made. It will take an array of tools as in socket extensions, ratchets, and universals to change the plugs. In your case some components may have to be removed to access some plugs and you will need the tools to do that. You may even need a inspection mirror to see some of the plugs, even have to reach plugs from underneath. A good manual, frame of mind, and patience will be most advantageous. Good luck.
Changing the spark plugs and wires on a 4th generation firebird LT1 engine?
thats an amazing amount of money to do plugs and wires, Your best bet, is not going off the internet, you need to buy a shop repair manual for that specific car, all the information is in there, and will have all the tricks and tips that you need.