Spark plug wire pullers

[signcrafter]

I have a few different ones including these, http://www.tooltopia.com/thexton-334.aspx, http://www.tooltopia.com/kd-tools-2568.aspx, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014WIUQY/?tag=atomicindus08-20. So far the last one is the one that has worked the best for me. But on the rear plugs I have run into some stubborn ones that none of these work real well on.

What are your favorite ones to get the stuck on hard to reach boots off the plugs? Does the simple screwdriver style work, http://www.tooltopia.com/search.aspx?find=spark+plug+puller? Or maybe these ones, http://www.tooltopia.com/se-tools-824l-45.aspx. I see they also have plastic ones but I don't see them working better then the metal ones?

This one looks really nice, http://www.tooltopia.com/schley-65350.aspx. It says it has grips that get under the plug boot to pull it up. Seems like that would work better then the other ones that seem to grab the sides of the boots. Plus it's a long reach so can get to the end of the boot.

All I know is I don't want to be tearing my hands up anymore pulling stuck on boots off plugs!

 

[toolaholic]

I have the screwdriver type lisle. It works well. Used it to pull the wires on my daughters lumina 3.1 v6.

 

[shockwave]

I have had the best luck with hazet 1849,1849-1,1849-2 but they are expensive and grip really well I also use 45 degree needle nose pliers with the shielded wires they work well

 

[signcrafter]

I have had the best luck with hazet 1849,1849-1,1849-2 but they are expensive and grip really well I also use 45 degree needle nose pliers with the shielded wires they work well

I actually have a set of pliers like these, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7EQF8A/?tag=atomicindus08-20. Think they are blue point or something. Wonder if these would work?

 

[shockwave]

In certain situations those do work nice but these are my go to wire pullers

I believe I have seen knock versions for cheaper but I have never used them before

 

[signcrafter]

Those look really nice! I only google 1849 and it looked like what I linked above. That 1849-2 looks nice but 85 bucks!

 

[signcrafter]

Found these baum tools ones that look similar for half the price. Never heard of baum tools before, http://www.toolsource.com/spark-plug-wire-pliers-p-114389.html. Usually toolsource has decent tools.

 

[shockwave]

Found these baum tools ones that look similar for half the price. Never heard of baum tools before, http://www.toolsource.com/spark-plug-wire-pliers-p-114389.html. Usually toolsource has decent tools.

Those look exactly like my hazet but with a older style handles I use the shorter ones the most try them out.

Also member Jens might be able to get u a good deal on the hazets or they do pop up on eBay a lot for cheap thru second hand

 

[signcrafter]

Any more suggestions?

 

[Fedwrench]

Any more suggestions?

Yep... SE Tools makers of many truck versions.
http://www.setools.com/index.php/products/pliers/spark-plug-boot-pliers

 

[Vvmvbb]

I use these (no joke)

 

[Blown V2]

Those Hazet ones look nice. I use an old hand-me-down set, their original purpose is for removing valve stem seals on SAAB/Volvo's apparently. Broke a jaw off a few years ago so got a bit of a weld, still works well.

 

[90zcar]

Does snap on make any decent ones?


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[cotjocky]

Mine are old as hell Blue Points, but work great for me.

 

[90zcar]

Any pictures??^^^^


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[bart1]

I have some rubber coated tipped 2 way craftsmans. Haven't used them much, but seem fine. The two way feature is nice.

http://m.sears.com/index-g.html#/productdetails/00947315000P?partnumber=00947315000P

 

[cotjocky]

Any pictures??^^^^


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I'll try to get a good picture later today. They are in my box at the shop. Probably 30ish years old. Red rubber grips on the handles and the contact end. 45 degree angle I believe. I have a newer set of 90 degree as well.

*EDIT*

Here's a picture of my drawer from the "Let's See You Toolbox" thread. You can see both sets of spark plug wire pullers. This pic will have to do until I can take a close up one.

 

[cotjocky]

Here's pics of my 2 pair as promised.

The old pair seem to grip better for whatever reason. Bought the new ones due to needing a 90 degree on some car I worked on in the past.

 

[90zcar]

Thank u very much...how much did those 90 degree ones run u


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[-Brent-]

This is something I want to get... now I'm really unsure of which to choose. I've got some homework to do tomorrow.

 

[90zcar]

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[dede2897234]

Found these baum tools ones that look similar for half the price. Never heard of baum tools before, http://www.toolsource.com/spark-plug-wire-pliers-p-114389.html. Usually toolsource has decent tools.

I called Baum Tools last week about their Asian made spark plug wire puller (item #103-0037). The representative gave me a price of $39.88 plus shipping ($12 to $14 UPS Ground to OH). I asked if he would match Toolsource's price of $34.** (without shipping). He said that I would have to e-mail him the Toolsource website link. A day later, I noticed that Toolsource raised its price from $34.** to $39.88. The spark plug wire puller stocked by Toolsource is branded Baum Tools.

The next night, I was searching e-Bay and came across this spark plug wire puller with the exact model number but sold by El Paso Tools: LINK. The price is $19.95 + $6.00 shipping. I ordered it. The confirmation e-mail I received came from Baum Tools! El Paso Tools must be Baum Tools e-Bay department. By buying from Baum Tools on eBay versus from Baum Tools "Direct", I saved over half off!

I attached below pictures of the Baum Tools spark plug wire puller. I think it is well constructed for the price. The plastic handles are not cheap feeling and are textured to provide some grip. I would not pay $50 for them! You can see below that the tips of a needle nose plier were cut off and the special adapter end was welded to them.















Dave

 

[dede2897234]

My favorite spark plug boot plier is the Lisle 51750: LINK. The jaws can be adjusted to five different angles. Once the angle is set, it does not move while using the tool. The coated jaw tips provide a tenacious hold of the spark plug rubber boots.

The pliers can be purchased at Amazon: LINK.


Dave

 

[bob_the_builder]

Dave,

The Lisle tool looks very nice. I like the idea that you can put them in different positions.

On the topic of boot pullers, I have a GM truck which have the metal heat shields on the spark plug boots. Do pullers such as the Lisle work well on these type of applications? Or is there a better tool for GM trucks.

Bob

 

[warweapon762]

I use an old pair of these:

With the jaws plasti-dipped. I was surprised it worked so well!

 

[SC-AW11]

All or most of these tools will work with GM trucks. I usually use the 90 degree blue points for them and others

I like the ribs on the Baum tools model, might give those a try. Thanks

 

[beatcad]

uhhh....plug wire pullers?
I use my fingers

I've yanked hundreds of spark plug wires. cars, motorcycles, lawn mowers, mini bikes, tractors, washing machine(yes I said washing machine).

and I've been in some tight spots like on my old el camino or my buick regal. to get to those(back) plugs you have to go thru the fenderwell to get to 'em.

yes I have one of those snakey tool to get a plug started in a tight spot.

i'll probably get crucified for saying/asking this, but whats the point of a spark plug wire/boot tool?

just so when you pull on 'em and they pop off you don't bang yer hand?

so you can pull a wire w/ the motor running?

 

[kenburkholz]

I had a pair of S.O. wire pullers that I used till someone must have needed them more than me. They worked well unless you touched the car with your off hand,and then you would be knocked on your ***. lol Ken.