Not only did you make a video while working on a costumers truck. You praised,and encouraged the folks that watched your prior videos , and did some on there own work. Great job. I would like to see you do a timing belt change on the sequoia or this tundra.
He did, watch his water pump replacement. He tackled both since the pump is behind the timing belt. I just did it myself and my tundra is running like new.
You are the best mechanic I have ever seen. You are patient, deliberate, thorough and honest. And you give excellent explanations about how to do things. I do a fair amount of work on my own and have for years, but I have learned much from you and sure wish you had you shop near where I live (Gettysburg, PA). Thank you so much!
I appreciate your videos much! You are an actual, authentic, and real mechanic. You are not a part changer. This means you actually have an active brain! Bravo, my friend. You are an artist of the first class. I have only met four or five such people in my life. If I lived in California, I'd stop by just to get you a cup of coffee.
I just wanted to say that between you and ChrisFix I have recently done a LOT of work on my 2010 Toyota Tundra. I like ChrisFix videos a lot. But I find he doesn't work on any import vehicles. And whenever I look at my truck, compared to whatever car he was using, there is always some variance or slight change. You specifically work on Toyotas, and you are VERY thorough. And I appreciate the tips you give for specific things which must not be skipped. I've recently changed my rear differential, front differential, and transfer case fluids. I changed all 4 brakes and rotors. I replaced cabin and engine filter. As well as I just replaced all 8 spark plugs. Seriously saved me a LOT of money and I really enjoyed gaining the confidence learning more about my daily driver. I greatly appreciate all the work you put into your videos. I wish your shop was closer to me.
Good to hear an honest mechanic take us regular people with you to do these jobs. Things like the gasket sealer you use. Your experience helps us take steps we wouldnt take otherwise .
Great Channel and you seem like a nice honest man. I recently fixed my window on my 2004 lexus IS300. The clips broke. Using videos like these I saved myself about 1100 dollars.
He is the mentor I wish I always had “don’t get discouraged”. Thanks for the encouragement and words of wisdom. I take my time, take no shortcuts, stay organized and clean everything as I have it apart. Thank you!
I was able to replace valve cover gasket on 1ZZ-FE Corolla engine. I enjoy your videos tremendously. You don't rush through explanation and can be understood. 👍 Too many CZcamsrs only give high-level info.
I thank you so much for this and many other videos. You have saved me a ton of headaches as well as money. I never figured that I would be making my own repairs but you have lit a fire in the mechanic in me that I never new existed. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Peter, you are an amazing teacher and mechanic, and it's wonderful how you praise and encourage others to try some basic upkeep on their vehicles. THANK YOU PETER👍
Couldn't have said it better myself the half moons are extremely important as well as the spark plug tube seals I recently did the valve cover gaskets on my 2000 4Runner and it has that 3.4 you're talking about so far I haven't had any trouble. Keep making the good videos man you're doing great! Lots of good info. And as I read on one other comment from some other video you did you like the Bob Ross of car repair the constant smile on your face calling me friend and you're very soft-spoken tone makes for a good video.
Will be doing my 4.7L V8 VC gaskets soon, got all the parts including new bolts/rubber washers and FIPC 103, thanks for this video. I bought two used VCs and cleaned and painted them so when I'm done engine compartment will look very good!
I love this! Thank you for the slow approach explaining the necessary things - no shortcuts! I followed a mess of oil under my Tundra on my passenger side to my valve cover, so I'm going to try to do this myself.
I have always done my own maintenance and repairs on my vehicles. It is very rewarding when you finish and all works the way it was intended. I do have an up on many people as I twisted a wrench for 20 years. 😁 I do enjoy watching your videos, they are well done, no fluff, or exaggeration. Keep up the great work!
I really like your presentation/demonstration style. I like your pacing, your narration, how you point out the correct parts/tools, and what you show us. Very good and helpful videos. Thanks for producing them, sharing your experience with us. I am not a mechanic, but after watching your videos I feel motivated to try some things I have not done before, due to lack of experience. That is a very good thing you are doing, as a good teacher.
Your video was exactly what I needed to have the courage to do this myself. And you spoke to your audience with such respect and you shared some very valuable knowledge. Thank you sir!
Thank you sir! With your help and excellent video presentations. My son and I are doing our own maintenance on his 08 Tacoma 4x4 👍 Keep them videos coming...
Great job and very good detail, I just recently did this along with timing belt and few other things, my first time for me. I have owed my 2003 Tundra since new and have 333,400/miles on it and valve cover started to weep during the winter. The only point i missed was putting new gaskets on the valve cover bolts, at least easy to fix! One other little tip is to spray the old tube seal with Kroil before you try to remove them, more likely to come out in one piece.
Great video with attention to detail for the intended results which is to prevent leaks. All the previous prep in removing parts to gain access will be for naught and likely repeated if proper attention to detail is not practiced. In addition to gathering parts, tools I am learning by reading and especially watching your videos as I plan to do a series of maintenance needs on my 2000 5vzfe Tacoma. Thank you
i just found your website (10/15/2022) and sincerely thank you for your kind production. I can only echo the other positive comments back to you now, and expect to redo my earlier job with your careful guidance. I'm treating a 01 LX470 with this same engine and 234K miles. Didn't know about the half moons or the sealer. That is precisely why I have leaks that I will address as soon as the parts arrive.
I wish you would've done the harder side (left side) but excellent video anyways! I also learned from you how to properly clean the throttle body on my 2005 Sequoia, thank you.
Wow that was a pain to do. Drivers side took forever. I didnt skip the spark plugs seals and i know why they skip it. Did the half moons and out it back on and fixed! Thanks for the video! 2006 tundra 2uzfe. 😀
Recently replaced my 2005 4runner with a 2019 4runner. Kept the old lady as I call her and now since she's a "spare" car I try to do everything that I'm comfortable with. I've always changed the oil and air filters. Moved on to spark plugs, diff oil replacements, AT fluid replacement, lubing everything underneath. Gonna try to keep her going 5 more years.....
That 2019 is nice looking but not even close as reliable as the 2005. You were smart to hold onto the old one for when they 19 gets towed to the dealer 😂
Thanks for sharing the detailed valve cover gasket replacement video if you ever do the timing belt and water on the v8 could you make a video if you have time thanks
Excellent video! I'm in the middle of this same project but have snapped 2 of the valve cover bolts off upon removal. Can you by chance tell me what size the Valve Cover Bolts are for a 2004 4Runner 2UZ-FE 4.7L?
Thank you for the tips. Was thinking about doing this job today as I have the parts. Everything except for a torque wrench. How much do I really need a torque wrench? You didn't even mention it in the video so am I okay just using hand feel here? Rather than the 43 in/lb or whatever
I have a 1mz fe engine. My half moons got pretty damaged upon taking them out. I saw some after market half moons I could buy off amazon with the correct fitment. Is it okay to use after market half moons?
Help me please I bought the stone set that is Japanese and supposedly correct oem parts but the spark plug seals were not going in! And they weren’t blue like everyone else’s video ! I was doing a lot of banging trying to make 2 of them go in for a couple hours and gave up on the job I broke and rip all the new seals that were suppose to go in,. I’m going to buy new blue seals tomorrow spell kit and see if it works
Im INSTALLING NEW HEADS on my 2004 4runner Vin JTEBT14R448016767. The manual shows I need an oil control valve filer yet I cannot find one for my vehicle. it's non VVTi. I dont want to go any further until I can get a definite answer. Can you help?
My valve cover gaskets look like the rivets holding the spark plug tubes have been machined off and new Toyota tubes pressed into place. No rivet left.
Well my friend, I am trying. I cannot seem to locate the power steering fluid reservoir on my 2015 Camry SXE I-4 engine. I think Toyota forgot to put one on. 😂
The height of fel pro gaskets is ‘shallower’ than the Toyota’s. I used fel pro 3 Years ago and now it’s leaking. Always use Toyota’s. And add a 5/16 stainless washer to the bolts and tighten them to 69 in-pounds.
mine are leaking like a siv cant wait till they get here on of my spark plug gaskets are leaking cant hardly get the plug out bc of the pil leaking in there and hardend like glue
By any chance, did anyone mention always loosen the fill plug before the drain plug? LOL CZcamsrs are merciless, thanks for an awesome channel. You sure have helped me! Cheers!
I opened all bolts on a 2006 hiace D4D rocket cover and fuel lines and all wires still not come off it is stuck on back right side lifts up in front and back left. Still won’t come off 100 percent all bolts off I 2 hours now on net cannot find a video of this job on a hiace van 2006. Please help or can y tell where I can find a video so I can check
Not only did you make a video while working on a costumers truck. You praised,and encouraged the folks that watched your prior videos , and did some on there own work.
Great job.
I would like to see you do a timing belt change on the sequoia or this tundra.
He did, watch his water pump replacement. He tackled both since the pump is behind the timing belt. I just did it myself and my tundra is running like new.
Let's give ourselves a round of applause! I don't want to brag but I recently changed the engine air filter and the in-cabin air filter on my 05.
I have a sequioa 03 it have cabin air filter?
You are the best mechanic I have ever seen. You are patient, deliberate, thorough and honest. And you give excellent explanations about how to do things. I do a fair amount of work on my own and have for years, but I have learned much from you and sure wish you had you shop near where I live (Gettysburg, PA). Thank you so much!
I agree 100%
This guy is good ,explaining things ,patient logic common sense, I found him looking for something on my 07 sequoia
I appreciate your videos much! You are an actual, authentic, and real mechanic. You are not a part changer. This means you actually have an active brain! Bravo, my friend. You are an artist of the first class. I have only met four or five such people in my life. If I lived in California, I'd stop by just to get you a cup of coffee.
I just wanted to say that between you and ChrisFix I have recently done a LOT of work on my 2010 Toyota Tundra.
I like ChrisFix videos a lot. But I find he doesn't work on any import vehicles. And whenever I look at my truck, compared to whatever car he was using, there is always some variance or slight change.
You specifically work on Toyotas, and you are VERY thorough. And I appreciate the tips you give for specific things which must not be skipped.
I've recently changed my rear differential, front differential, and transfer case fluids. I changed all 4 brakes and rotors. I replaced cabin and engine filter. As well as I just replaced all 8 spark plugs. Seriously saved me a LOT of money and I really enjoyed gaining the confidence learning more about my daily driver.
I greatly appreciate all the work you put into your videos. I wish your shop was closer to me.
If you ever get in a bind checkout TundraTalk. It is a Tundra forum that is such a great resource. Worth its weight in gold.
@@erikcox1947 I am also a member of that forum. I agree; worth its weight in gold!
Tundras have been made in Texas since 2008?
Good to hear an honest mechanic take us regular people with you to do these jobs. Things like the gasket sealer you use. Your experience helps us take steps we wouldnt take otherwise .
Great Channel and you seem like a nice honest man. I recently fixed my window on my 2004 lexus IS300. The clips broke. Using videos like these I saved myself about 1100 dollars.
He is the mentor I wish I always had “don’t get discouraged”. Thanks for the encouragement and words of wisdom. I take my time, take no shortcuts, stay organized and clean everything as I have it apart. Thank you!
I was able to replace valve cover gasket on 1ZZ-FE Corolla engine. I enjoy your videos tremendously. You don't rush through explanation and can be understood. 👍
Too many CZcamsrs only give high-level info.
Thank you! Everyone who is involved in doing the factory quality repair needs a teacher!
I thank you so much for this and many other videos. You have saved me a ton of headaches as well as money. I never figured that I would be making my own repairs but you have lit a fire in the mechanic in me that I never new existed. 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Peter, you are an amazing teacher and mechanic, and it's wonderful how you praise and encourage others to try some basic upkeep on their vehicles. THANK YOU PETER👍
Couldn't have said it better myself the half moons are extremely important as well as the spark plug tube seals I recently did the valve cover gaskets on my 2000 4Runner and it has that 3.4 you're talking about so far I haven't had any trouble. Keep making the good videos man you're doing great! Lots of good info. And as I read on one other comment from some other video you did you like the Bob Ross of car repair the constant smile on your face calling me friend and you're very soft-spoken tone makes for a good video.
Bingo on the Bob Ross comparison! “Happy little well maintained Motor”.
What a great instructional! I love the gentle, honest demeanor of this mechanic. Sounds like someone I would trust.
Will be doing my 4.7L V8 VC gaskets soon, got all the parts including new bolts/rubber washers and FIPC 103, thanks for this video. I bought two used VCs and cleaned and painted them so when I'm done engine compartment will look very good!
I love this! Thank you for the slow approach explaining the necessary things - no shortcuts! I followed a mess of oil under my Tundra on my passenger side to my valve cover, so I'm going to try to do this myself.
I have always done my own maintenance and repairs on my vehicles. It is very rewarding when you finish and all works the way it was intended. I do have an up on many people as I twisted a wrench for 20 years. 😁
I do enjoy watching your videos, they are well done, no fluff, or exaggeration. Keep up the great work!
I really like your presentation/demonstration style. I like your pacing, your narration, how you point out the correct parts/tools, and what you show us. Very good and helpful videos. Thanks for producing them, sharing your experience with us. I am not a mechanic, but after watching your videos I feel motivated to try some things I have not done before, due to lack of experience. That is a very good thing you are doing, as a good teacher.
Your video was exactly what I needed to have the courage to do this myself. And you spoke to your audience with such respect and you shared some very valuable knowledge. Thank you sir!
My favorite channel, Peter you are so kind and encouraging in everything !
Thanks for everything !!
Thank you for putting all this great videos for us to learn how to do this type maintenance in our vehicles.
I greatly appreciate how detailed your instructions on the install.
Excellent video!! I will be doing this to my 2006 Tundra very soon. Thanks for the expert advice!!
Thank you so much for this great demonstration. You've earned yourself a subscriber for life.
Love your videos so much
I’m about to do my own valve cover gasket job on my 2uzfe
Very nice, you are a perfectionist. I don’t have a Toyota but much of the info and techniques transfer over to other vehicles.
Thank you sir! With your help and excellent video presentations. My son and I are doing our own maintenance on his 08 Tacoma 4x4 👍 Keep them videos coming...
Great job and very good detail, I just recently did this along with timing belt and few other things, my first time for me. I have owed my 2003 Tundra since new and have 333,400/miles on it and valve cover started to weep during the winter. The only point i missed was putting new gaskets on the valve cover bolts, at least easy to fix! One other little tip is to spray the old tube seal with Kroil before you try to remove them, more likely to come out in one piece.
Always enjoy watching and especially like your tips and tricks!
Tackling both valve cover and throttle cleaning soon! Thank you for the videos!
Great video with attention to detail for the intended results which is to prevent leaks. All the previous prep in removing parts to gain access will be for naught and likely repeated if proper attention to detail is not practiced. In addition to gathering parts, tools I am learning by reading and especially watching your videos as I plan to do a series of maintenance needs on my 2000 5vzfe Tacoma. Thank you
Thank you for teaching me and other people around the world god bless you!
i just found your website (10/15/2022) and sincerely thank you for your kind production. I can only echo the other positive comments back to you now, and expect to redo my earlier job with your careful guidance. I'm treating a 01 LX470 with this same engine and 234K miles. Didn't know about the half moons or the sealer. That is precisely why I have leaks that I will address as soon as the parts arrive.
Love the video, can't wait to fix the leak on my truck. Great Job!
I will be doing this on my 100 series soon. Thank you for the tips!
Thank you for your contribution to Toyota Maintenance Knowledge!
Very helpful im doing valve cover gaskets on my 1uz here soon
You are the man! Thank so much for the content you share!!!
Thanks sir!!!!! For taking your time to help us to get it done ….
Good job dude! Dig your vids, such a resource !
Thanks so much for this video, very helpful helping oil leaks.
You have given me courage to do this valve cover job.
I love your vidz. You explain eveything very well!
Thanks Peter. My plug tube gaskets are leaking oil. I will be attempting this job soon
I wish you would've done the harder side (left side) but excellent video anyways! I also learned from you how to properly clean the throttle body on my 2005 Sequoia, thank you.
Great information. Fixing to do mine. 247.000 miles. 2005 4.7
Wow that was a pain to do. Drivers side took forever. I didnt skip the spark plugs seals and i know why they skip it. Did the half moons and out it back on and fixed! Thanks for the video! 2006 tundra 2uzfe. 😀
thank you for your video's, I have been able to learn so much. Thanks again
Thank you so much for the great lesson, you are an awesome mechanic and a immigrant like me. God bless immigrants
This is the meaning of wrench everyday.
Thanks for another great video ! Your awesome.
Very much appreciate the information you had shared. Thank you for your encouragement. A+
Yes, Mr. Toyota Maintenance, many of us are "tool" deficient, and many of us are "Experience" deficient........ experience is VERY IMPORTANT!!!
Nicely done, thank you.
Another great video. Thanks.
After seeing your video, I will do my today!
Recently replaced my 2005 4runner with a 2019 4runner. Kept the old lady as I call her and now since she's a "spare" car I try to do everything that I'm comfortable with. I've always changed the oil and air filters. Moved on to spark plugs, diff oil replacements, AT fluid replacement, lubing everything underneath. Gonna try to keep her going 5 more years.....
That 2019 is nice looking but not even close as reliable as the 2005. You were smart to hold onto the old one for when they 19 gets towed to the dealer 😂
Thanks for sharing the detailed valve cover gasket replacement video if you ever do the timing belt and water on the v8 could you make a video if you have time thanks
I dunno if I'm going to get mine done or see if it breaks, there are tons of 4.7s on the road so I doubt it is a interference engine
David Pistek It absolutely is a interference engine! The belts seem to last a long time but always follow the OEM interval
He has a video on replacing the 2UZ-FE timing belt, water pump and tensioners. Check his Channel content.
You sound like the great old time character actor Peter Lorre.
Love ya man. seriously helpful
Great video!
Going to do this tomorrow, thanks
Great tips great video
Great tips!
Superb as always
Excellent video! I'm in the middle of this same project but have snapped 2 of the valve cover bolts off upon removal. Can you by chance tell me what size the Valve Cover Bolts are for a 2004 4Runner 2UZ-FE 4.7L?
Great job thanks again
Great tips!!!
GREAT VIDEO THANKS FOR THE WASHER TIP...
i like your style!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great job
I put Blue Hylomar on rubber and paper gaskets (oil and coolant related) for no leaks guaranteed.
Thank you for the tips. Was thinking about doing this job today as I have the parts. Everything except for a torque wrench. How much do I really need a torque wrench? You didn't even mention it in the video so am I okay just using hand feel here? Rather than the 43 in/lb or whatever
Can the sealant set up in cold weather? How long do you need to wait before the engine is started?
nice job
Excellent work. Where is your shop located?
I have a 1mz fe engine. My half moons got pretty damaged upon taking them out. I saw some after market half moons I could buy off amazon with the correct fitment. Is it okay to use after market half moons?
Noticed you put the first half moon back in with the oil stained side facing out, does it matter which way they face?
Help me please I bought the stone set that is Japanese and supposedly correct oem parts but the spark plug seals were not going in! And they weren’t blue like everyone else’s video ! I was doing a lot of banging trying to make 2 of them go in for a couple hours and gave up on the job I broke and rip all the new seals that were suppose to go in,. I’m going to buy new blue seals tomorrow spell kit and see if it works
If you were also replacing spark plugs, would you wait until after replacing valve cover gaskets? Thanks!
What’s the part number for the valve cover bolt washers? Thanks
What it the torque spec on the bolts? Thanks ...
Can that 103 FIPG be used on the transmission pan also?
Im INSTALLING NEW HEADS on my 2004 4runner Vin JTEBT14R448016767. The manual shows I need an oil control valve filer yet I cannot find one for my vehicle. it's non VVTi. I dont want to go any further until I can get a definite answer. Can you help?
My valve cover gaskets look like the rivets holding the spark plug tubes have been machined off and new Toyota tubes pressed into place. No rivet left.
Would this be the same for a 2012 fj cruiser?
Well my friend, I am trying.
I cannot seem to locate the power steering fluid reservoir on my 2015 Camry SXE I-4 engine.
I think Toyota forgot to put one on. 😂
You’re correct, you won’t find it. Toyota switched to electronic power steering in the late 2000s. No more pumps and fluid, just electrons and motors.
how many hours for changing valve cover gaskets?
Hello, what kind of engine oil are you using?
i usead a impact to take out the manifold bolts for the starter and it broke one somehow never again will i use a impact lol 2 hour job turned into 12
Do you recommend using Fel-Pro valve cover gaskets and spark plug tube seals instead of original Toyota ones? Will they last longer than OEM?
The height of fel pro gaskets is ‘shallower’ than the Toyota’s. I used fel pro 3 Years ago and now it’s leaking. Always use Toyota’s. And add a 5/16 stainless washer to the bolts and tighten them to 69 in-pounds.
Hi did you need to put sealant on the corners?
2000 tundra and no oil leaks. I keep my oil pristine, so I’m guessing that’s why.
mine are leaking like a siv cant wait till they get here on of my spark plug gaskets are leaking cant hardly get the plug out bc of the pil leaking in there and hardend like glue
By any chance, did anyone mention always loosen the fill plug before the drain plug? LOL
CZcamsrs are merciless, thanks for an awesome channel. You sure have helped me!
Cheers!
I opened all bolts on a 2006 hiace D4D rocket cover and fuel lines and all wires still not come off it is stuck on back right side lifts up in front and back left. Still won’t come off 100 percent all bolts off I 2 hours now on net cannot find a video of this job on a hiace van 2006. Please help or can y tell where I can find a video so I can check
Wire harness bolt backside
Torque spec for the valve cover?
Do you need to drain the oil ?
Will any gasket sealant work?