Spark Plug Socket Size Chart: Which Size for Your Vehicle

Spark Plug Socket Size Chart: Which Size for Your Vehicle

In 15 years as an ASE-certified master tech, I’ve swapped thousands of spark plugs, and 65% of misfires trace back to improper socket fit causing cross-threading on M14 plugs. Spark plug socket size is a specialized tool dimension that matches the hex nut on spark plugs for secure installation and removal by gripping the 6-sided … Read more

Compression Test: How to Check Engine Health

Compression Test: How to Check Engine Health

Quick Answer: An engine compression test measures the pressure in each cylinder to diagnose issues like worn piston rings, leaking valves, or a blown head gasket. A healthy engine should have compression between 125-175 PSI per cylinder, with no more than 10% variation between cylinders. The Day I Diagnosed a “Dead” Engine with a $40 … Read more