- Safety first
- Make sure engine is cold (no recent running) and tractor is on level ground with parking brake set.
- Turn ignition OFF and remove the key. If the tractor has a battery, disconnect the negative terminal to avoid accidental sparks.
- No smoking, no open flames, keep rags/fuel away from the work area.
- Wear safety glasses and gloves.

- What you’ll do, in brief
- Work on one spark plug at a time so wires don’t get mixed up.
- Remove the plug wire boot, clean around the plug, remove the plug, inspect or replace, set gap, re-install and reattach wire.

- Tools you need (detailed description and how to use each)
- Spark plug socket (deep, with rubber insert)
- Description: A deep 5/8" or 13/16" socket sized to fit spark plugs; the rubber insert holds the plug so it won’t fall out.
- How to use: Fit the socket onto an extension and ratchet, push down onto the plug until the rubber grips, turn counterclockwise to loosen and remove. Use the socket to thread in the new plug by hand, then final-tighten.
- Notes: Common small-engine sizes are 5/8" and 13/16". If unsure, bring the old plug to a parts store or test both sockets to see which fits snugly.

- Ratchet and extension(s)
- Description: A 3/8" drive ratchet and a 6–12" extension to reach recessed plugs.
- How to use: Attach extension to the ratchet and socket, use smooth steady force to break the plug free and to tighten. Use short strokes in tight spaces.

- Feeler gauge (spark plug gap tool)
- Description: Thin metal blades of known thickness used to measure the gap between plug center and ground electrode.
- How to use: Insert the correct blade (typical gap 0.020–0.030" or 0.5–0.8 mm unless manual specifies otherwise) between electrodes; if it’s too tight/loose, gently bend the ground electrode to adjust until the blade slides with slight drag.

- Torque wrench (recommended)
- Description: A tool that lets you tighten bolts/nuts to a set torque to avoid over- or under-tightening.
- How to use: After hand-threading the plug, set wrench to about 15–25 ft·lb (20–30 Nm) for small tractor plugs if you want a precise value; if you don’t have a torque wrench, hand-tighten then give 1/8 to 1/4 turn more with the ratchet (feel for snug seating).
- Why recommended: Prevents stripping the cylinder head threads and ensures proper sealing.

- Spark plug boot puller or insulated pliers (or just hands with rag)
- Description: A tool or technique to safely remove the rubber boot without pulling on the wire.
- How to use: Grip the boot body (not the lead) and twist while pulling straight off; if using pliers, protect the boot with a rag and pull straight to avoid tearing or breaking the boot.

- Wire brush or spark-plug cleaner & shop rag
- Description: Small wire brush cleans plug threads and contacts; rag removes debris.
- How to use: Clean outside of plug and boot area before removing; clean the old plug if you’re inspecting it rather than immediately replacing.

- Compressed air or small vacuum (optional but very helpful)
- Description: Blows/vacuum removes dust/debris from around plug hole.
- How to use: Blow the area around the plug before removing it so debris won’t fall into the cylinder when the plug is out.

- Dielectric grease (optional)
- Description: Non-conductive grease to help seal and protect the inside of the spark plug boot.
- How to use: Put a very small dab inside the boot before pushing it onto the plug; don’t get it on the electrode.

- Anti-seize compound (optional — use only if manufacturer advises)
- Description: Thread lubricant that prevents seizing of the plug threads in older metal heads.
- How to use: Apply a tiny smear on the plug threads if you decide to use it; follow manual guidance. Note: many modern plugs have plated threads and manufacturers advise against anti-seize because it affects torque readings.

- Step-by-step procedure (one plug at a time, bullet points)
- Ensure safety steps above are done (cool engine, ignition off, battery disconnected if present).
- Identify the spark plug wire/boot for the cylinder you’ll service, twist boot to break the seal and pull straight off from the plug using the boot, not the wire.
- Clean around the plug with a brush and compressed air/vacuum to prevent debris falling into the cylinder.
- Fit the correct spark plug socket and extension onto the ratchet. Push the socket onto the plug so rubber insert holds it.
- Turn counterclockwise with steady force to break the plug loose and remove it. Keep the old plug safe if you plan to compare or show a parts store.
- Inspect the removed plug:
- Normal light tan/gray insulator indicates good combustion.
- Black, sooty, dry deposit = rich mixture or weak ignition.
- Wet with fuel = flooding or a plug not firing.
- Oily = oil entering the combustion chamber (valve guides or rings).
- White, blistered insulator = overheating/lean condition.
- Rounded/melted electrode or large electrode gap = plug is worn and must be replaced.
- Decide replace vs reuse:
- Replace if electrode is rounded, gap out of spec, cracked insulator, heavy deposits, or fouled repeatedly.
- Reuse only if plug is mechanically sound and gaps can be set to spec; cleaning is only a temporary fix.
- If replacing, buy the correct plug:
- Bring old plug to parts store or use the tractor manual. Match thread size, reach (thread length), thread pitch, and heat range. Typical small-tractor plugs come in copper-core or alloy types; use the same or a modern equivalent recommended for vintage engines.
- Typical gap guideline: 0.020–0.030" (0.5–0.8 mm) unless manual states otherwise.
- Check/adjust gap on the new plug with the feeler gauge to the spec.
- Hand-thread the plug into the head to avoid cross-threading — at least 6–8 full turns by hand if possible.
- Tighten using ratchet or torque wrench:
- If using torque wrench: 15–25 ft·lb (20–30 Nm) typical for small engine plugs.
- If no torque wrench: snug by hand, then 1/8 to 1/4 turn more with ratchet.
- Apply a small dab of dielectric grease inside the boot, then push the boot back onto the plug until it clicks or seats snugly.
- Repeat for each plug, one at a time.
- Reconnect battery if you disconnected it, start engine and listen for smooth running. If engine still misfires, further diagnosis of leads, coil, points/rotor/condenser (older tractors) may be required.

- When replacement is required and what to replace
- Spark plugs: Replace if cracked insulator, worn or rounded electrodes, heavy deposits, persistent misfire, or if gap is beyond adjustment range.
- Spark plug boots/wires: Replace if cracked, hardened, or if boots won’t seat; bad wires cause weak spark and misfires.
- Ignition coil/HT lead: Replace if no spark at all or very weak spark after good plugs and boots are confirmed.
- Points/condensor/rotor (for magneto or distributor systems common on vintage TE-20): Replace if timing and spark problems persist after plugs/wires are good. These parts wear and degrade and will cause misfires, poor starting or low rpm.
- Why replace: Damaged or worn components reduce or stop spark, causing poor running, excessive fuel consumption, hard starting and potential engine damage.

- Quick troubleshooting cues from plug condition (very short)
- Light tan/grey: healthy.
- Black soot: rich mixture/weak spark.
- Wet with fuel: not firing or over-rich/flooded.
- Oily: oil in combustion chamber.
- White blistering: overheating/lean mixture.
- Excessively large gap or worn electrodes: replace plug.

- Extra tool recommendations (why they help)
- Torque wrench: prevents over-tightening and stripped head threads.
- Compressed air: prevents dirt entering cylinders when plugs are out.
- Dielectric grease: helps seal and prevent boot corrosion/moisture.
- A parts catalog/manual or the old plug: ensures correct replacement plug (thread, reach, heat range).

- Final tips
- Work on one plug at a time to keep firing order correct.
- Don’t force a plug that’s cross-threaded—back it out and start again by hand.
- Keep old plugs for parts-store matching if you don’t have the manual.
- If you replace plugs and the tractor still misfires, replace/inspect ignition leads and the ignition system (points/condensor or magneto components).

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