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Racer
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Plugs
Should I attempt to replace the spark plugs myself if i have never done it before or should I save up and have a shop do it? If I should try it myself what plugs should I use in my 07 350 rx
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Racer
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i have a decent set of older tools from like 2002 but don’t know if I have the sockets needed. I have never really done work on any car myself and I know I would need a plug socket etc but again not sure since I really don’t have any experience per say working on my own vehicle.
When I did my RX330, I had never done a traverse V6 myself. Only L4's and L6's, mostly Toyota and BMW's and those are CAKE. While it's pretty straight forward for the RX looking back, you do need time and tools. I was lucky to have a spare car as the 330 was out of commission for a day. There are a lot of moving parts. While you are in there, it is good to do the PCV valve, all intake gaskets, and a good cleaning of the throttle body as you'll probably never pull those out ever again. Saved a ton of money versus going to the dealer/indy but I am mechanically inclined.
If you look hard enough, there are DIY guides floating around for your 2GR-FE engine here and/or on Toyota forums. I found one for my 330 but thats a different engine from the 350.
If you look hard enough, there are DIY guides floating around for your 2GR-FE engine here and/or on Toyota forums. I found one for my 330 but thats a different engine from the 350.
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When I did my RX330, I had never done a traverse V6 myself. Only L4's and L6's, mostly Toyota and BMW's and those are CAKE. While it's pretty straight forward for the RX looking back, you do need time and tools. I was lucky to have a spare car as the 330 was out of commission for a day. There are a lot of moving parts. While you are in there, it is good to do the PCV valve, all intake gaskets, and a good cleaning of the throttle body as you'll probably never pull those out ever again. Saved a ton of money versus going to the dealer/indy but I am mechanically inclined.
If you look hard enough, there are DIY guides floating around for your 2GR-FE engine here and/or on Toyota forums. I found one for my 330 but thats a different engine from the 350.
If you look hard enough, there are DIY guides floating around for your 2GR-FE engine here and/or on Toyota forums. I found one for my 330 but thats a different engine from the 350.
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Racer
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Also where is the Pcv valve at? U how much is it? I’m probably not gonna bother with gaskets as I’ve never had to have them replaced and I’ve had the rx Almost 3 years and haven’t had any oil seepage issues etc
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coil packs are held in place by 10mm bolts. Read the sticky for spark plug DIY for 1st gen RX..its the same on 2nd gen...for pointers https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...-patience.html
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Good luck on those back plugs ... I enjoy working on cars, but when our local Toyota independent installs the Denso Iridium plugs for $189 ... I just pay for it every 120k ... Oh, and the PCV valve is very easy, but I would be surprised if you need it. I replaced ours at 210k and it was fine, but since I had it out, I replaced it anyway.
Last edited by cdnewton; Nov 10, 2019 at 07:47 AM. Reason: pcv valve vs O2 sensor
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Well I think I can tackle the front ones myself as they are right out front there once u take the engine cover off. But I may call around and see what places would charge for just the rear 3 only. Also what is the “ideal” plug to get as far as what brand? I’ve heard both ngk and and denso are good.
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Just my 2 cents here, but if you're not feeling confident and aren't very experienced with car repairs, I'd let someone else do it. This is coming from someone who HATES paying anyone to do anything for me because I'm a cheap-a$$. I haven't needed to tackle the rear plugs/coils yet, but it looks to be quite a job.
If you already had a spare car to drive while you do this after work/weekends, I'd say go for it and learn about your car. I've been tinkering/fixing my cars for years, but I've made some mistakes that cost me lots of money and even more time.
I'm not saying you shouldn't attempt it, but sometimes its worth paying someone else to do a job you don't feel confident doing (yet). And, you'd have your car back the next day without a stripped spark plug thread or lost bolt down the intake...
If you already had a spare car to drive while you do this after work/weekends, I'd say go for it and learn about your car. I've been tinkering/fixing my cars for years, but I've made some mistakes that cost me lots of money and even more time.
I'm not saying you shouldn't attempt it, but sometimes its worth paying someone else to do a job you don't feel confident doing (yet). And, you'd have your car back the next day without a stripped spark plug thread or lost bolt down the intake...
yea If I do attempt it myself because I would love to save the money vs doing it at the shop down the street where they want 600 bucks give or take; I probably would have to rent a car for the day in order to be able to get out n about for a short time. But as far as the back 3 go; what am I facing in terms of having To remove all those parts etc
Also, these are intake gaskets, not valve cover gaskets. While odds are low (like the PCV), if these go bad then you'll get issues with misfires and idling.
Well I think I can tackle the front ones myself as they are right out front there once u take the engine cover off. But I may call around and see what places would charge for just the rear 3 only. Also what is the “ideal” plug to get as far as what brand? I’ve heard both ngk and and denso are good.
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If you screw up and need your car pay someone. ITS not the worst job took me about 6 hours and now I feel I could do it in 4 hours.The key is that back intake bolt can cost you alot of time .My back plugs where in good but came out .I think with the risk I'd pay someone if your not confident .Skip some going out to dinner or what ever is your go to on blowing money until you pay a good mechanic to do this .Someone good with toyota or lexus or both.
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well; since the front ones seem to be really easy as they are right out front; I might just do those 3 myself then pay to have the back 3 done. I would have to call around to find out prices etc though.