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spark plug torque values when threads are wet, not dry
Swapping plugs in '08 4.6, following TSB. When threads are wet from penetrant, should I lower the suggested torque values from 25-ish ft/lbs to a lower value?
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Originally Posted by 08gtcs_oregon
Swapping plugs in '08 4.6, following TSB. When threads are wet from penetrant, should I lower the suggested torque values from 25-ish ft/lbs to a lower value?
I already addressed this same question which you also submitted in the introductions sub-forums.. Therefore submitting the same question in 2 different sub-forum threads is unnecessary...
Originally Posted by m05fastbackGT
First off! Ford recommends only applying a thin coating of high-temp/nickel anti-seize to the ground barrel shields, but never onto the threads as doing so will affect the accuracy of the torque values.. Also keep in mind it's the ground electrode shield (barrels) which end up getting stuck inside the heads due from carbon build-up and not the threads themselves... In regards to the torque value specs, Ford recommends 25 ft. lbs. torque...
Meanwhile, thanks for sharing an image of your "08" GT/CS as she's absolutely stunning and also welcome aboard
