Reddit mentions of Lisle 65600 Broken Plug Remover for Ford

3 Valve Ford spark plugs.

Here's the tool you need.
https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

Here's how they come out if you're having a bad day (My '07 GT had a bad day - not my picture)
http://s208.photobucket.com/user/jperea27/media/sparkplugs1.jpg.html

Here's how they come out if you're lucky (and then buy a lottery ticket)
http://www.denlorstools.com/autoblog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/Ford_Spark_Plug_Problems.jpg

buy this to extract the remaining bits of the plug http://smile.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1450292568&sr=1-1&keywords=lisle+spark+plug+removal+tool

This is the 65600 not your 65700, I don't know the difference, but read the first review- you won't be disappointed.

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

use the ford spark plug puller tool...http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412615698&sr=8-1&keywords=ford+f150+spark+plug+removal+tool

Probably with one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

They break so frequently that there are special tools to deal with the issue.

An extractor tool that has sharp tapered threads which grab the broken piece, and is also threaded on the outside to act as a puller.

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

They literally make a special tool just for these spark plugs.

Lisle (LIS65600) Broken Spark Plug Remover for Ford Triton 3 Valve Engines https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zScYAbZ8CKP2V

Buy this tool before you even start a plug change on a ford 5.4

www.amazon.com/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_RPTjub1GBHJJJ

Uf its a ford thats a common problem, and lisle tool company makes a tool that will extract it in about 10 minutes
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00267PZUK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/131-1609502-3614005?ie=UTF8&qid=1519192112&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=lisle+ford+spark+plug+removal+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=31EMI4aq53L&ref=plSrch

You may want to invest in the extractor or find one at your local parts supplier. Best of luck!

Im guessing if you havent heard of the Lisle 5.4l 3v Broken Spark Plug Removal Set, is you havent heard of the hot extraction method.

I recommend always trying this hot extraction method first. Then have the Lisle handy for when they break anyway.

I agree, LOVE this body style.

When I first bought the truck a few years ago, used and relatively decently taken care of, I changed the plugs immediately (they were bad..).

One thing is, if you're going to tackle the job yourself:

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

This tool will save you. I broke 3 out of 8 plugs. I ran one piece champions but they ran terribly. So I went back OEM motorcraft plugs and if it comes time to change em again, I am not worried because I have my lisle tool. =]

They make a $63 tool to pull the broken plugs out (It was only $50 when I bought it).

https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

I broke 3 and the tool took them out no problem. They have a revised version of the plug. I'm not sure how it holds up. I haven't replaced the new plugs yet.

If you're ever doing these plugs; you gotta have the removal tool. Once the plug breaks, this tool is pretty slick and even the rear plugs (which are most common to break) aren't that big a deal to get out.

http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

Something like the Lisle Broken Spark Plug Remover for the 3v Ford Tritons?

Turn them about 1/8 to 1/4 of a turn then spray carb cleaner down into them. Wait one hour and hopefully they'll come out without breaking.

If they do break you can get an extraction tool off amazon to pull the broken part out.

Edit:Link

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00267PZUK/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

I have used this exact tool many times. It works very well with minimal effort. Do not get the engine hot for long. 5 min max to allow the aluminum head to expand enough but not the steel plug. Use 1//2 hand tools as well, 3/8 tend to flex. Source- Ford Tech.

Thanks! I have already done a ton of research via fordf150.net. I wasn't expecting anything crazy, but something funky caught my eye when doing my research. My truck was built before they caught the bad batch of plugs. I ordered the Lisle removal tool as well in anticipation for it not going well.

http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=pd_bxgy_auto_img_y

Another good suggestion I haven't seen here is to make your own penetrating oil. Mix up some acetone and transmission fluid 1:1. In my experiences it works better than PB.

I've heard running Seafoam through the engine can help with spark plugs on aluminum heads.

At the worst case scenario, you'll have to drill them out with a tool like this.

Make sure when you put the new plugs in you don't overtighten them. If you're not using a torque wrench, tighten them finger tight with an extension and then do another quarter turn on a ratchet.

Same to you, heard the Lisle tool http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK is amazing to use FYI.

Ford actually has a special spark plug removal tool just for the 5.4 engine

Lisle (LIS65600) Broken Spark Plug Remover for Ford Triton 3 Valve Engines https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00267PZUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_W5b.BbD5AXQDM

You might try something like this tool:

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https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS65600-Broken-Remover-Engines/dp/B00267PZUK

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I'm not sure that this particular tool is for the exact plugs you use, but thats what I would try and use.


Alternatively, if you can break the threads loose/if its not siezed in place, you may be able to slip a fuel line over the top of the spark plug, and use that to grab the plug and twist it out.

I did mine already with a replacement 1 piece. Not 1 of them broke. bought the Lisle 5.4l 3v Extractor tool and never needed it. Ty for the heads up. (lent it out because ill never need it again, and my buddy broke 5 and saved a fuckton doing it himself)

Edit: My issue with mine right now is the cam phasers. Im thinking of using the cam phaser lock out kit. cheap vehicle, cheap fixes.