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      05-22-2022, 03:09 PM   #1
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Spark plug 14mm socket??

Where has anyone found a 14mm thin wall spark plug socket that fits over the BMW OEM spark plugs?
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Amazon has plenty of options. Have you checked there? Search "BMW spark plug socket"
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Amazon has plenty of options. Have you checked there? Search "BMW spark plug socket"
Tried one from Ares that was 14mm thin walled from Amazon and it did not work. Didn't feel like playing this return game and hoped someone would have a recommendation.
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Tried one from Ares that was 14mm thin walled from Amazon and it did not work. Didn't feel like playing this return game and hoped someone would have a recommendation.
Well, not everything from Amazon is a home run. But what was the problem with the one you purchased?
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Where has anyone found a 14mm thin wall spark plug socket that fits over the BMW OEM spark plugs?
Pick one...

https://www.fcpeuro.com/Parts/?keywo...0plug%20socket
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Tried one from Ares that was 14mm thin walled from Amazon and it did not work. Didn't feel like playing this return game and hoped someone would have a recommendation.
Well, not everything from Amazon is a home run. But what was the problem with the one you purchased?
The magnetic pickup inside the socket was slightly too narrow and did not fit over the OEM spark plug.
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The magnetic pickup inside the socket was slightly too narrow and did not fit over the OEM spark plug.
I prefer the rubber inserts that tend to shape themselves better over different plugs.
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Where has anyone found a 14mm thin wall spark plug socket that fits over the BMW OEM spark plugs?
Pick one...

https://www.fcpeuro.com/Parts/?keywo...0plug%20socket
Thanks! Ordered one.

14mm 12 Point Spark Plug Socket - CTA Manufacturing 2376

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/12-...ug-socket-14mm
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I prefer the rubber inserts that tend to shape themselves better over different plugs.
I like the rubber ones as well.
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Where has anyone found a 14mm thin wall spark plug socket that fits over the BMW OEM spark plugs?
Make sure the extension and socket are one product. If you use a separate extension to connect to the socket, the spark plug may keep the socket and your left with an extension. Learn from my mistakes. Magnet is best in my experience
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