Gaping tool-one for every type of gap

[Dually]

Is there a gap tool that could be used for every type of spark plug gap needed?Some spark plugs require a gap of .036 but not all feature this type of gap.Do you need to buy several gap tools as needed?Thanks Joe

 

[KitaCam]

Years ago with my BMW 2002, I used a paper clip...worked great for plugs and points...nothing like analog technology.

 

[Trav]

http://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-648394-...ds=Feeler+Gauge

 

[GMBoy]

Originally Posted By: Trav
http://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-648394-...ds=Feeler+Gauge


THIS.

 

[Eddie]

Usually there is a range of acceptable spark plug gaps for an engine. A quality wire gage will have the size you need, normally. Ed

 

[RF Overlord]

Originally Posted By: Trav
http://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-648394-...ds=Feeler+Gauge
Wow...I've owned that EXACT gauge for about a million years...I guess they don't feel the need to update it much.

 

[supton]

I thought plugs came pre-gapped these days? And that it was bad for the plug to bend them? The expensive plugs made of exotic materials meant to 100k+ that is.

 

[paulo57509]

I have this type. Both of the Snap-On's and one Cornwell:

http://www.collectingsnapon.com/index.php?page=pliers/SparkPlugGapping

You're supposed to use a wire type gauge to measure/set plug gaps but I've been using these plier type gap tools with blades for 4 decades without issue.

If you go with the plier type tool, avoid this type with the round disc:

http://www.jegs.com/i/Accel/110/380700/1...CFQZcfgod-IIAKA

I've found that in use, the anvil on top of the disc covers up the gap markings. I always felt the need to dig out my wire gages to confirm the gap. I tossed these in the trash after a few uses.

 

[Trav]

Wire is fine and recommended for non exotic material plugs, for platinum and iridiums you want to use a feeler and use the bending tool on the Ground electrode on all types.
Never try gapping surface or multi electrode plugs like Bosch +4.