Changing I6 spark plugs - blow-by-blow
03-08-10, 01:08 PM
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Bringing back for just a little verification..when screwing in the new plugs, how tight do you recommend?
This has been covered:
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Just wanted to update this useful thread with some info:Spark Plug specs: Torque value 13 ft.lb (18 Nm)
Remember, it's an aluminum head!!
03-08-10, 01:27 PM
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how do i know when im at 13 ft.lbs of torque if im doing it by hand?
edit: and what if on the box it says its 0.4mm iridium? i got them off ebay for model make Lexus SC300..they are Denso Iridium Power.
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03-08-10, 01:42 PM
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how do i know when im at 13 ft.lbs of torque if im doing it by hand?
edit: and
what if on the box it says its 0.4mm iridium? i got them off ebay for model make Lexus SC300..they are Denso Iridium Power.
Then is should fit in that big pug hole just fine
That's just referring to the electrode spec:
http://www.globaldenso.com/en/produc.../features.html
03-08-10, 01:45 PM
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sweet thanks. I guess ill just tighten it good tight and snug but not OVERKILL. Just goo and tight lol
03-08-10, 01:49 PM
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what gap are you running?
03-08-10, 01:53 PM
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Im really not entirely sure..i was just gonna take out the old and put in the new..
03-08-10, 01:59 PM
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Im really not entirely sure..i was just gonna take out the old and put in the new..
I just don't know what to say to that
...but we should quit mucking up this informative thread
03-08-10, 02:04 PM
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Finally I found this damn thread! I am going to change my plugs and wires out on sat I wanna get my 5 speed up and running I just need to pass smog! ugh
02-13-11, 01:15 AM
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Sounds Hard But Its Easy =)
08-20-11, 09:33 PM
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ill be doing changing the plugs, valve cover gasket, and cam seals next week so i will updating with with actual pics and not just exploded workshop manual pics
08-22-11, 05:41 PM
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i wish someone could post pictures
08-22-11, 06:54 PM
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i wish someone could post pictures
hold off until sunday hopefully i should have some pics up by then!
08-25-11, 07:33 PM
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agreed...the instructions are intimidating to read. the only car I can think of with such pita plugs is the stealth/3000gt.
08-25-11, 08:01 PM
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well guys hurricane on the east coast is putting a damper on my plans so i will have to do my maintenance after the storm passes
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