Spark Plug Too Long? Hitting Socket? Issue Cylinder 6

[rocky.mtn]

Hi All - hoping someone can help me get this wrapped up and back on the road.

I have changed 5 out of 6 spark plugs without any drama on my '99 Limited. The issue is on Cylinder 6.

Its as if the plug is too long and is going through my 5/8 spark plug socket and hitting my extension (I think) Something also looks strange when I look down with a light, I can't see the white ceramic coating on the plug. Cause for concern?

I'm trying to source a really long 5/8 socket but I live in a small town and dont' have luck yet.

I also can't get the new NGK wire to seat on the plug to be able to test it and see if I can drive it to the mechanic.

Has anyone seen this before?

 

[phattyduck]

You likely have part of the old insulator (from the spark plug wire or coil) stuck down on the spark plug. You'll have to remove that first before going any further.

-Charlie

 

[rocky.mtn]

Bingo! You were so right. Had to grab that top piece off and it fit no issue, just tried. Whats scary is that I see one of the other wire is missing it as well, but I didn't have the same issue, so I'm not sure where that piece has gone.

 

[octanejunkie]

Bingo! You were so right. Had to grab that top piece off and it fit no issue, just tried. Whats scary is that I see one of the other wire is missing it as well, but I didn't have the same issue, so I'm not sure where that piece has gone.

It's a spring that runs down the boot from the coil to the plug, the springs often rust

When you buy replacement boots they usually come with the springs

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