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Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks: Tools and Equipment

RECOMMENDED TOOLS
- Spark plug socket and ratchet
- Torque wrench - 0-30 ft.lbs, for tightening spark plugs
- Spark plug gap gauge
- Compression gauge
- Timing Light - preferably with timing advance.
- Distributor wrench
- Tachometer - For setting idle speed and ignition timing.
- Ohmmeter - For measuring ignition cable resistance.
- Vacuum Gauge - For measuring engine vacuum.
- Fuel Pressure Gauge.
- Drip Pan - For removing fuel filter.



RECOMMENDED PARTS (as needed)
- Spark plugs
- Fuel Filter
- Air Filter
- PCV valve, filter
- Ignition Cables
- Distributor Cap
- Distributor Rotor
- Dielectric Grease - Applied to the spark plug terminal to prevent corrosion and maintain a good electrical contact.