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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 05:38 PM
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Default 2005 Ls430 Spark Plug Installation

Wondering how difficult it would be to install new spark plugs in my LS430?


Would the consensus be it could be done by a backyard so so mechanic or would this be a task better left to a garage?


Thanks for any input


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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 05:55 PM
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Judge for yourself...
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...with-pics.html
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Old Jun 17, 2015 | 07:37 PM
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Doesn't look to bad, thanks for the info
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I would wager nearly anyone with tools can do this install, just don't forget the antiseize and grease.
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Old Jun 18, 2015 | 04:10 PM
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Think I'll give it a try in the near future, thanks!
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Old Jun 18, 2015 | 06:15 PM
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Don't forget to tighten the spark plugs to the proper torque setting per the manufacturer. Here's the link to Denso Iridium plugs.
http://densoiridium.com/installationguide.php
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Old Jun 19, 2015 | 07:06 AM
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Which Plug would be the best choice for every day old man type driving?


LS430 All Stock


2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEK20R-U11Resistor Plug2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEPK20R11Double Platinum2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEPK20TTPlatinum TT2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFESK20R11Iridium Long Life
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Old Jun 19, 2015 | 07:09 AM
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Denso (3297) SK20R11 Iridium Spark Plug, Pack of 1

by Denso

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$15.90
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Old Jun 19, 2015 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by propcop
Which Plug would be the best choice for every day old man type driving?


LS430 All Stock


2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEK20R-U11Resistor Plug2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEPK20R11Double Platinum2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFEPK20TTPlatinum TT2005LEXUSLS4304.3L (V8) 3UZFESK20R11Iridium Long Life
Denso Iridium, regardless of driving style! (8 of them)
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Old Jun 19, 2015 | 06:33 PM
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Just don't be this guy: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...-for-sale.html
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Old Jun 22, 2015 | 09:02 PM
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i did this on my car last week, it took 2 hours tops. really easy.
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