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Old 05-31-07, 08:33 AM
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this only happened to one sparkplug when removed
what went wrong here
maybe i tighten the plug too tight and that damaged the gasket ring?

btw- the tip is dry or has no oil deposit


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Old 05-31-07, 09:55 AM
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Most likely your valve cover gasket is leaking or needs some tightening.
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Originally Posted by fjurado1
Most likely your valve cover gasket is leaking or needs some tightening.
Bingo. The 2JZ engines have a common problem in leaky valve cover gaskets. My bet is that it is plug #6 (all the way in the back). The oil is on the outside of the plug, meaning there is oil in the sparkplug valley. While you're in there, replace the gaskets.
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