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gliderguy86
11th Jun 2020, 21:02
I'm looking for a socket, preferably 3/8 drive, to fit the smaller 13/16" aviation spark plugs. No where seems to make one thats deep enough to fit an aviation spark plug. Anyone got any recommendations that they know fit?

Glevum
11th Jun 2020, 22:37
This any good?

https://www.gearwrench.com/gearwrench-3930d-3-8-drive-6-point-6-magnetic-swivel-spark-plug-socket-13-16.html

gliderguy86
12th Jun 2020, 06:31
Thanks guys.

The LAS one is 7/8th. The 13/16th plugs have a 14mm thread. The other issue is that some automotive spark plugs are also 13/16 so when you search for 13/16 spark plug socket, you get a million automotive sparkmplug sockets which are not deep enough for aviation plugs.

NutLoose
12th Jun 2020, 14:36
Here you go, will that fit? now just look on ebay for the part number

https://shop.snapon.com/product/Extra-Deep/3-8%22-Drive-6-Point-SAE-13%2F16%22-Flank-Drive-Deep-Spark-Plug-Socket/S9719KA

Thrust Augmentation
12th Jun 2020, 19:16
https://www.lasertools.co.uk/product/3683

wrench1
13th Jun 2020, 18:17
I'm looking for a socket, preferably 3/8 drive, to fit the smaller 13/16" aviation spark plugs. No where seems to make one thats deep enough to fit an aviation spark plug. Anyone got any recommendations that they know fit?
FWIW: use standard 1/2" drive deep sockets for most aircraft plugs as they are deeper than 3/8 drive deep sockets. If still doesn't work look for a motorcycle open tube style plug socket that is usually 13/16 on one side and 3/4 on the other. Good luck.