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WiseAutoTools.com © Summary: This is one of our more extensive articles on spark plug thread repair. If you need answers fast to get a vehicle up and running quickly we understand. No time to read? We’ve got answers, give us a call at 800-734-8665 x251. To continue some research by reading 10-15 minutes see below. Ford spark plug blowout repair using a kit over the fender. Most common engines that have the problem are Ford 4.6, 5.4 & 6.8 liter engines, although any engine can have …

WiseAutoTools.com © Summary: In this article we cover a common questions about Ford spark plug blowouts. What causes spark plug blowouts? Why did my spark plug shoot out? What caused my spark plug threads to fail to begin with? I'm a Master Auto Tech and have been selling permanent thread repair kits for the common Ford spark plug blow out problem since 2005. I recently came across a few sites online attempting to explain "What causes a spark plug to blow out?". Some of the articles I looked at …

DennisB WiseAutoTools.com © Summary: The Calvan 38900 M14x1.25 taper seat spark plug thread repair kit, which is also sold under different labels, works on many Ford SOHC 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 Liter engines from 1992 to 2016 excluding 3 valve and DOHC engines. The Calvan 38900 is used with the motor/heads in the vehicle. Calvan as well as Time Sert is an over-the fender type repair. These are the most common motors that have the dreaded Ford spark plug blowout problem. Does the 38900 kit wo …

DennisB WiseAutoTools.com © Summary: Recent question from our customer regarding the correct spark plug thread repair kit for his Ford E350 van. Vans are harder to access when working on the spark plug threads or just about anything else in the engine compartment for that matter. However our kits can be used without removing the heads. Just as changing the sparkplugs can be done after working to gain access by removing air duct work and the engine cover etc. I know that makes it sound simple but …