[LynchburgCSI]

Yeah, the video came up in an earlier discussion. The problem is, the same thing happens at dealerships too!

Like the old saying if you want the job done right, do it yourself! How right.

Yep, that was me who brought it up. It's just... :disappoin

 

[mysterl33]

so today I went to Autozone and got the oil and filter for the change. I was going to get the regular Mobil 1 synthetic 5W-30 but they only had 4 qts. of it left but they were also allowing the Mobil 1 High Mileage synthetic 5w-30 oil so I got that. Going to do it tomorrow afternoon. Also going to pick up some new spark plugs from Advance Auto and going to order the wires from amazon since its 7 bucks cheaper haha

Do I need to adjust the spaces on the spark plugs or is it good to use right out of the box? And should I change the wires as well with NGK TE58? I think the spark plug wires on my car are the original ones it came with. If its not necessary I do not want to.

thanks all!

 

[fenixus]

nice, M1 FS HM is probably the best you can get among 5W-30 on local promotion.

spark plugs as long as they are listed as OE fit in catalog come pre-gapped (part number ends with "-11"), so you don't need to adjust anything.

 

[mysterl33]

The spark plugs I'm looking at is NGK Iridium IX part #3764. It says it fits according to Advanced Auto Parts website.

How much transmission fluid do I need?

 

[fenixus]

NGK website doesn't work now, but usually they give the plug number (I think it's model number, not part number) like for NGK Laser Platinum - BKR6EKPB11 (part number 3452)

for a full transmission flush you would need up to 12qts or so. but simple drain & refill takes no more than 3qts plus 1.7qts for the differential drain and refill (it's separate from transmission chambers unlike on V6 models where it's joined)

when dropping the pan and replacing strainer you can account for adding around additional 1qt to refill amount.

 

[mysterl33]

So I failed to do the oil change/spark plugs this weekend. It was just too cold/windy outside. I did however get everything ready for when it's not as cold to do it.

As for the spark plugs, do they need to be torqued down? There's a picture on the side of the spark plug box. I'll post it but it doesnt say any torque measurement. I did look online and it says proper torque is required? What should I torque it to?

 

[fenixus]

So I failed to do the oil change/spark plugs this weekend. It was just too cold/windy outside. I did however get everything ready for when it's not as cold to do it.

As for the spark plugs, do they need to be torqued down? There's a picture on the side of the spark plug box. I'll post it but it doesnt say any torque measurement. I did look online and it says proper torque is required? What should I torque it to?

yeah heeehheee, we had -1F last night and this morning in NJ, making like -15F including strong cold winds (Real Feel) .... brrrr ....

yup, the plugs torque on 5s-fe is 13ft-lbs.
don't use any adapters down the spark plug tube as it will keep detaching on removal
any adapters you use must be used on top.

 

[LittleWhiteBubble]

If you still need to fix your cassette deck, I have the stock cassette deck from mine. You can have it if you want to pay shipping. It should still work fine, it was when I removed it. It's missing the little plastic cap that goes in the bass and treble buttons but they just pop off. Lemme know if you want it, it's just sitting in my garage.

 

[mysterl33]

fenixus: yea i was going to do it and couldnt stand it

littlewhitebubble: Is your radio a double din? like this one?

http://www.nairaland.com/attachments/64972_Toyota_Camry_2001_jpgfe6d252351a6a2d0aed2ca8744e63a2b

oh and how long of an extension do it need to install and remove the spark plugs?

 

[JohnGD]

Yes, some socket/extension combination will do that. I find Craftsman socket and extension quite good. Otherwise use masking tape to tape up the extension to the socket. Works too.

don't use any adapters down the spark plug tube as it will keep detaching on removal
any adapters you use must be used on top.

 

[fenixus]

Yes, some socket/extension combination will do that. I find Craftsman socket and extension quite good. Otherwise use masking tape to tape up the extension to the socket. Works too.

right. it's a very good idea actually, somehow I have never thought about it haha :facepalm:
I usually was "thickening" the joint going to socket by jamming a piece of thick paper on it LOL .... but yeah your solution is better

 

[mysterl33]

Yes, some socket/extension combination will do that. I find Craftsman socket and extension quite good. Otherwise use masking tape to tape up the extension to the socket. Works too.

thats a good idea haha i'll have to remember that when i go to do it. I own a craftsman tool set but the spark plug wrench is a 3/8" drive and the torque wrench that autozone rents is a 1/2" drive. I'm thinking of getting a 3/8" to 1/2" adapter so I wont have to buy a torque wrench haha

 

[fenixus]

thats a good idea haha i'll have to remember that when i go to do it. I own a craftsman tool set but the spark plug wrench is a 3/8" drive and the torque wrench that autozone rents is a 1/2" drive. I'm thinking of getting a 3/8" to 1/2" adapter so I wont have to buy a torque wrench haha

cheap torque wrenches usually on sale in local Harbor Freight:

3/8'' 5-80 ft-lbs (good for most of things, like brakes) @ $21.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-drive-click-stop-torque-wrench-807.html

1/2'' 20-150 ft-lbs (good for bigger stuff like suspension) @ $24.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/1-2-ha...edium=cse&utm_source=googlebase&hft_adv=10063

1/4'' (good for pan bolts) @ $19.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/1-4-qu...edium=cse&utm_source=googlebase&hft_adv=10063

the 3/8'' and 1/2'' you can get sometimes at $9-12 on good sale over there

 

[JohnGD]

Harbor Freight is clearing out these adapters. 4 for $0.97!!

http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-socket-adapter-set-1793.html

They've really jack up the prices of the 3/8" and 1/2" torque wrenches. They're double what they were in December. Must be inflation . But it's a good ideal to have an entire set if you work on cars.

 

[LynchburgCSI]

^ I JUST bought those last month on sale for $3. :lol:

 

[mysterl33]

Harbor Freight is clearing out these adapters. 4 for $0.97!!

http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-socket-adapter-set-1793.html

They've really jack up the prices of the 3/8" and 1/2" torque wrenches. They're double what they were in December. Must be inflation . But it's a good ideal to have an entire set if you work on cars.

yea i saw that too haha going to print it out and check out the store this weekend since it's about 30min from my house. :clap:

 

[mysterl33]

ahhh it snowed again haha so guess no-go on the oil change and spark plug changes. :facepalm: but i guess it means good times at the mountain on the weekend :chug:

so this is what i have now. I bought the spark plug socket from advance auto for 7 bucks or something only to find out my craftsman mechanics tool set came with one good thing i kept the receipt haha

Spark Plugs & Wires

Mobil 1 High Mileage Full Synthetic 5W-30 & Mobil 1 Oil Filter M1-103

Now just gotta get that torque wrench haha

 

[fenixus]

yeah haha we've got hit with another blizzard nicely ... was digging out my both cars for an hour ... again this Winter is funny LOL :lol:

still we are lucky it wasn't as bad for us as for dudes in DC area :facepalm:

good stuff I see in above pics :thumbsup:

 

[mysterl33]

yup really love the snow just hate driving in it haha

I really wanted to hit the mountain today but.. I dont have snow tires on my car and I also had to work. :thumbsdow Really hoped to do the oil change and spark plugs this weekend but we're suppose to get a little more snow on Saturday so it'll have to get pushed.. again. and my friend is saying we're getting another blizzard on Tuesday haha maybe i'll suck it up and do it Sunday afternoon.

 

[JohnGD]

Quality parts you have there! :thumbsup:

ahhh it snowed again haha so guess no-go on the oil change and spark plug changes. :facepalm: but i guess it means good times at the mountain on the weekend :chug:

so this is what i have now. I bought the spark plug socket from advance auto for 7 bucks or something only to find out my craftsman mechanics tool set came with one good thing i kept the receipt haha

Spark Plugs & Wires

Mobil 1 High Mileage Full Synthetic 5W-30 & Mobil 1 Oil Filter M1-103

Now just gotta get that torque wrench haha