Expert advice needed. Changing valve covers

[luisjbetances]

Hey guys,

Valve covers on my 2003 GX are leaking BAD. bought it about a month ago with 178k miles. I will go ahead and try to tackle this myself. Wanted to see what else should I do once I'm there. So far my plans are to change the gaskets, spark plugs and PCV valve. I have bought all of these OEM.

What else do you guys suggest I do since I'm already there?

Thanks in advance!

 

[GXO]

Coilpacks and plugs are the logical choice. Make sure you check the torque on the bolts when you reinstall...they back out so easily.

 

[vwynn]

spark plug tube seals while the cover is off.

 

[luisjbetances]

spark plug tube seals while the cover is off.

I asked for these but they told me at Toyota that they dont sell them individually. I already have the OEM gaskets. Do you think it will be ok to run the Felpro tube seals? Or should I try returning the OEM gaskets and get the Felpro kit to keep it uniform?

 

[vwynn]

I have felbro valbet cover and spark tubes on my GX now. So far so good.