Just Got the NGK Iridium IX plugs =D

wstanek · 07-13-2010, 12:44 AM

now i need help b4 i do the plugs i want to change the valve cover gaskets because there leaking, any tips would be great because this is my first car i dont need step by step instructions just some hints and tips mabey some diagrams i have the downloadable TSRM so i can get most of the info i need there just hints and tips. also i have a question about anti-seize on the plug threads what dose everyone think about that? I'm pretty sure Ur not supposed to but there are the geniuses on here that have an answer for everything.

haha look at him dance! =D

MJG · 07-13-2010, 02:54 AM

I suggest you replace the stock phillips head cover bolts with stainless steel allen cap screws (6 X 1.5mm thread, 25mm long, 12 qty).
Make sure you replace the bolt seals for all of the cam cover bolts along with the cam cover gaskets. In the event you have not purchased the Cam cover gaskets & bolt seals, you may wish to check out driftmotion.com. They sell the complete set (two cover gaskets & 12 bolt seals) for $21.00 (engine parts section).
Compressed air. Hopefully you have a compressor. When you have the coil pack, intake cross over pipe, & throttle assembly removed, prior to removal of the cam covers, blow the top of the engine off very well. Any debris around the base of the cover will fall into the cam gallery.
Last but not least, Pink Floyd and cold beer make the whole job go sooooo much smoother.

Grandavi · 07-13-2010, 03:17 AM

Was it this forum that the great debate between copper and Iridium happened?

btwilson86 · 07-13-2010, 03:42 AM

I haven't heard of any problems with anti seize if used correctly... I use it everytime I change spark plugs; call me crazy but I just don't like breaking the plugs in the cylinder head

wstanek · 07-14-2010, 12:36 AM

thanks guys i already bought the seals today and am going to my work tmmrw to clean all my shit... =D also i think i am going to use anti-seize don't need any issues.

907mge · 07-14-2010, 01:02 AM

Do the oil plugs also. The 4 plugs on top of the head since they are a likely overlooked place for an oil leak.

btwilson86 · 07-14-2010, 01:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 907mge

Do the oil plugs also. The 4 plugs on top of the head since they are a likely overlooked place for an oil leak.

I just did this on my MX83 Cressida (7MGE) and eliminated the #3 cylinder head cover; wish I would have done this in the past on my Supra's, the 7M looks better IMO without this cover, plus I can change plugs easier/monitor any potential oil leaks in the future without that thing in the way

907mge · 07-14-2010, 01:33 AM

Yeah I got rid off mine also since there doesn't seem like any real reason for it.

Green7mgte · 07-14-2010, 01:42 AM

yea i threw mine in the garbage after reading IHateHacks post awhile back. good looking out on replacing the stainless steel allen cap screws..
wish I would of thought of that before I stripped one.. "scratches head, wounder how im going to get it back out.."

Green7mgte · 07-14-2010, 01:00 PM

mjg.. wered you get those stainless steel allen cap screws (6 X 1.5mm thread, 25mm long, 12 qty).

07-13-2010, 12:44 AM	#1
wstanek 3" Exhaust Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Stoney Creek Posts: 178	Just Got the NGK Iridium IX plugs =D now i need help b4 i do the plugs i want to change the valve cover gaskets because there leaking, any tips would be great because this is my first car i dont need step by step instructions just some hints and tips mabey some diagrams i have the downloadable TSRM so i can get most of the info i need there just hints and tips. also i have a question about anti-seize on the plug threads what dose everyone think about that? I'm pretty sure Ur not supposed to but there are the geniuses on here that have an answer for everything. haha look at him dance! =D __________________ 1987 N/A 7MGE manual transmission slight rod knock never driven it yet... legally~ Last edited by wstanek; 07-13-2010 at 12:47 AM.

07-13-2010, 02:54 AM	#2
MJG 3" Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Washington State Posts: 125	I suggest you replace the stock phillips head cover bolts with stainless steel allen cap screws (6 X 1.5mm thread, 25mm long, 12 qty). Make sure you replace the bolt seals for all of the cam cover bolts along with the cam cover gaskets. In the event you have not purchased the Cam cover gaskets & bolt seals, you may wish to check out driftmotion.com. They sell the complete set (two cover gaskets & 12 bolt seals) for $21.00 (engine parts section). Compressed air. Hopefully you have a compressor. When you have the coil pack, intake cross over pipe, & throttle assembly removed, prior to removal of the cam covers, blow the top of the engine off very well. Any debris around the base of the cover will fall into the cam gallery. Last but not least, Pink Floyd and cold beer make the whole job go sooooo much smoother. Last edited by MJG; 07-13-2010 at 03:25 AM.

07-13-2010, 03:42 AM	#4
btwilson86 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Billings, Montana Posts: 1,034	I haven't heard of any problems with anti seize if used correctly... I use it everytime I change spark plugs; call me crazy but I just don't like breaking the plugs in the cylinder head __________________ 1989 7MGTE R154 Targa Top White Package w/Blue Interior Driftmotion 57trim CT26, Upgraded Intercooler, 2.25" Hard Pipes, 3" Turbo Back Exhaust with Test Pipe, HKS VPC w/GM 3 bar MAP sensor, APEXi S-AFC, Walbro 255lph fuel pump, ProSport EVO Series Boost / Fuel Pressure / AFR gauges, Lotek a Pillar Gauge Pod, HKS Type 0 Turbo Timer, Eibach Lowering Springs, Tokico Illumina II TEMS struts, custom powder coated Motegi Racing TrakLite wheels

07-14-2010, 12:36 AM	#5
wstanek 3" Exhaust Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Stoney Creek Posts: 178	Thanks you guys thanks guys i already bought the seals today and am going to my work tmmrw to clean all my shit... =D also i think i am going to use anti-seize don't need any issues. __________________ 1987 N/A 7MGE manual transmission slight rod knock never driven it yet... legally~

07-14-2010, 01:42 AM	#9
Green7mgte Supra Forum Moderator Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Green-Ohio Posts: 1,297	yea i threw mine in the garbage after reading IHateHacks post awhile back. good looking out on replacing the stainless steel allen cap screws.. wish I would of thought of that before I stripped one.. "scratches head, wounder how im going to get it back out.." __________________ 92 Ma71 7mGTE Auto. SafcII Supra FAQ Supra MKIII FAQ Classified Section guidelines :

07-13-2010, 03:17 AM	#3
Grandavi walbro fp Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 410	Was it this forum that the great debate between copper and Iridium happened? __________________ My Links: What I am doing... http://www.toyota-supra.info/forums/...part-list.html My questions http://www.toyota-supra.info/forums/...w-answers.html

07-14-2010, 01:02 AM	#6
907mge 20psi boost Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Harrisburg Posts: 759	Do the oil plugs also. The 4 plugs on top of the head since they are a likely overlooked place for an oil leak.

07-14-2010, 01:33 AM	#8
907mge 20psi boost Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Harrisburg Posts: 759	Yeah I got rid off mine also since there doesn't seem like any real reason for it.

07-14-2010, 01:00 PM	#10
Green7mgte Supra Forum Moderator Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Green-Ohio Posts: 1,297	mjg.. wered you get those stainless steel allen cap screws (6 X 1.5mm thread, 25mm long, 12 qty). __________________ 92 Ma71 7mGTE Auto. SafcII Supra FAQ Supra MKIII FAQ Classified Section guidelines :

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