How do I know if I changed my own spark plugs correctly?

[Volunteer871]

I don't have a torque wrench. I just have a spark plug wrench. I changed my own spark plugs. I don't like taking them out and putting them back in. I'm not sure if I got the torque right. What should I do?

[Stealthee]

Originally Posted by Volunteer871

I don't have a torque wrench. I just have a spark plug wrench. I changed my own spark plugs. I don't like taking them out and putting them back in. I'm not sure if I got the torque right. What should I do?

I have changed spark plugs 50+ times and I have never used a torque wrench and never had an issue.

What I generally do is put my hand at the head of the ratchet to tighten the plug until it is snug. By having your hand at the ratchet head you are not able to get too much leverage and overtighten them.