MarcParnes Posted November 11, 2006 Share Posted November 11, 2006 Hi Guys, The POS plastic plug cap puller tool that came with my R12GS finally broke yesterday I couldn't see spending $41 plus tax and shipping to get a Wunderlich one so I decided to make my own. I was wondering if this might be something you guys would be interested in. It would probably sell for $25 delivered. It would fit all of the R1150 2 Spark heads as well as all of the R1200. Any feedback is appreciated Link to comment
Boffin Posted November 11, 2006 Share Posted November 11, 2006 Now I am happy I have yet to place my order for a wheel balancer and adjuster ring. If you go into production I will be in the market for one. Andy Link to comment
randys Posted November 11, 2006 Share Posted November 11, 2006 Looks nice, thanks for the pics! Now I will know how to use mine that I paid too much for! 2 weeks ago! Oh well. Your lucky you even GOT a pos puller, my gs didnt have one at all, I had been using a long wire tie as a puller. Link to comment
kurt1305 Posted November 11, 2006 Share Posted November 11, 2006 I'm in. When can I get it? Link to comment
loujack Posted November 12, 2006 Share Posted November 12, 2006 Count me in for one... Link to comment
flyingreg Posted November 12, 2006 Share Posted November 12, 2006 Marc, Looks good. Have you considered adding a ring or T-handle to add a little pulling aid in removing the plug wire cap? IMHO, this would make the tool complete. BTW, would this tool fit the R1150 spark plug wire? Link to comment
MarcParnes Posted November 12, 2006 Author Share Posted November 12, 2006 Marc, Looks good. Have you considered adding a ring or T-handle to add a little pulling aid in removing the plug wire cap? IMHO, this would make the tool complete. BTW, would this tool fit the R1150 spark plug wire? Hi Greg, I'm trying to keep it as simple to make as possible in order to keep the price down. I've tried it a number of times and its easy to hold on to so I don't think you'll need anything else. And yes, this will also work for the R1150 2 Spark plug caps. Thanks, Link to comment
MarcParnes Posted November 12, 2006 Author Share Posted November 12, 2006 I've added it to my website now for those that are interested. Here is a link to it: Plug Tool Thanks to all for the feedback Link to comment
BOOCH Posted November 12, 2006 Share Posted November 12, 2006 I would be interested. Steve Link to comment
Jim VonBaden Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Nice work as always Marc. But for us cheap BMW guys, a screwdriver and a rag work just fine. The lip the pulluer fits into works great for leverage with a screwdriver, and the rag protects the finish on the valve cover. Jim Link to comment
PrinceAZ Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Where do I send the paypal, and how much do you want? Dick Link to comment
BFish Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 if it will work on my 2004 RT sign me up. Link to comment
keithb Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Marc I am local and live in H.B. also. I would like to see this tool in the flesh. Where are you located? Send me a PM. And yes I am interested in buying one. I totally agree with a tee handle or a design for extra pulling force vs. just your fingers. Link to comment
SageRider Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Marc, Looks good. Have you considered adding a ring or T-handle to add a little pulling aid in removing the plug wire cap? IMHO, this would make the tool complete. BTW, would this tool fit the R1150 spark plug wire? Hi Greg, I'm trying to keep it as simple to make as possible in order to keep the price down. I've tried it a number of times and its easy to hold on to so I don't think you'll need anything else. And yes, this will also work for the R1150 2 Spark plug caps. Thanks, Marc, Maybe a 1/4 inch hole drilled across the diameter to allow the attachment of either a string loop or a screwdriver shaft??? Link to comment
MChick Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 This looks great. Just ordered mine, it will hold a sacred place with my wheel balancer! Link to comment
MarcParnes Posted November 14, 2006 Author Share Posted November 14, 2006 Marc I am local and live in H.B. also. I would like to see this tool in the flesh. Where are you located? Send me a PM. And yes I am interested in buying one. I totally agree with a tee handle or a design for extra pulling force vs. just your fingers. I tried the 1/4" hole and it didn't really make it easier. If you put a screwdriver through it it makes it kind of unwieldly. I've tried it a number of times now and it really isn't very difficult. It fits between your two fingers quite nicely so I don't really think anything more is needed. I sent you a PM. Link to comment
MarcParnes Posted November 14, 2006 Author Share Posted November 14, 2006 BTW, would this tool fit the R1150 spark plug wire? Seems like it should work with all the 2-Spark bikes. Link to comment
keithb Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 Well I just left Marc's place with my new plug puller in hand. I tried it on his GS before I left a couple of times and it works like a champ. Once I got home I tried it on my RT with the same result. Even though my plug covers were a little tighter than Marc's the product works as advertised. I see no real need to put a hole in if for a screwdriver. It is now safely tucked away in my tool kit. Thanks Marc. Score one for the shade tree mechanic. Cheers and happy wrenching! Link to comment
kurt1305 Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 I ordered mine this morning! Link to comment
flyingreg Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Marc, Add one more to the list. Can you PM when you have them ready? TIA! Link to comment
kurt1305 Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Marc, Add one more to the list. Can you PM when you have them ready? TIA! He's shipping right now. Link to comment
SANTA Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 i think my factory puller only worked the first time, yeah i think you got a good ideal there Marc... what i liked about the factory plastic puller was that it fit under the seat with the rest of the tools on my 1100s. you might want to consider some from of opening to allow a zip tie to attach to the tool kit.... Link to comment
keithb Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I simply put my plug puller IN the tool kit. Link to comment
Heywood Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 You could us what my BMW wrench uses.....two screwdrivers....it works fine. Link to comment
Jim VonBaden Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 You could us what my BMW wrench uses.....two screwdrivers....it works fine. I use one, and it works great! Jim Link to comment
Yuro Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 Yup. I'll take one. While your at it, make me two real strong upper windscreen supports for R1200RT. -TB Link to comment
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