I was attempting to do a simple plug change. 09 R1200 GSA
I bought four new plugs and the BMW cover puller from the dealer. I was slowly and methodically going through the job. I checked my spark plug socket against the new plugs for size. Then I inserted the socket into the whole and began turning. It was working out and then it snagged. I immediately stopped. Then I tried to back it out. No go. It is seriously stuck. I can only think that there may be a sizing issue or the socket walls are too thick? Bottom line is it is stuck I have tried a slide hammer because I can reach into and behind the the 3/8 drives holes ledge. I am seriously in a tough spot. The dealer is estimating $1000- $2000 repair depending on different scenarios up to having to buy a new head. I am not a quitter but unless I can save money on my own Services, like oil, fluid, plugs and air filter. I enjoy my bike so much and am looking forward to doing long distance trips.
Are there experienced BMW mechanics that come to your home in Orange County California?
Are there local schools or training for BMW Bikes. I want to have as many skills before I get into trouble. The BMW bike is a fantastic machine, I will take big jobs to my local dealership but I want to keep my ownership costs down.
Thank you for giving this a read and will appreciate any advice on home service mechanics and training.
By the way I had previously had changed all my fluids_ oil, trans and final drive with out a hitch.
I bought four new plugs and the BMW cover puller from the dealer. I was slowly and methodically going through the job. I checked my spark plug socket against the new plugs for size. Then I inserted the socket into the whole and began turning. It was working out and then it snagged. I immediately stopped. Then I tried to back it out. No go. It is seriously stuck. I can only think that there may be a sizing issue or the socket walls are too thick? Bottom line is it is stuck I have tried a slide hammer because I can reach into and behind the the 3/8 drives holes ledge. I am seriously in a tough spot. The dealer is estimating $1000- $2000 repair depending on different scenarios up to having to buy a new head. I am not a quitter but unless I can save money on my own Services, like oil, fluid, plugs and air filter. I enjoy my bike so much and am looking forward to doing long distance trips.
Are there experienced BMW mechanics that come to your home in Orange County California?
Are there local schools or training for BMW Bikes. I want to have as many skills before I get into trouble. The BMW bike is a fantastic machine, I will take big jobs to my local dealership but I want to keep my ownership costs down.
Thank you for giving this a read and will appreciate any advice on home service mechanics and training.
By the way I had previously had changed all my fluids_ oil, trans and final drive with out a hitch.
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