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Old May 7, 2014 | 05:06 PM
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Default spark plug socket size?

Went to pull the plugs and my usual (lawn mower, chain saw, etc.) 13/16" spark plug socket was too large. What size socket is needed for plugs on a 2000 Road King Classic? Thanks.
 
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5/8ths.
 
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$5.99 for Craftsman at Ace Hardware. Works great. Many thanks.
 
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