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Glow Plugs For Sale
UPDATE: THE FOLLOWING MODELS/PART NUMBERS ARE IN STOCK AND READY TO SHIP:
PT-146's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68050) [6v] - 26 VSP Plugs Left!
PT-104's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68030) [8.5v] -24 VSP Plugs Left! (4 Good Used Plugs Also Available!)
PT-145's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68010) [10.5v] - 2 VSP Plugs Left!
PT-141's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68060) [14v] - [STRIKE]22[/STRIKE] 12 VSP Plugs Left!
[STRIKE]PT-109's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68040).[20.5v][/STRIKE] SOLD OUT!
Limited quantities available, so let me know if you're interested - First come, first serve! Order more and save! Qty discounts available, just e-mail me! Prepare for winter NOW or grab a spare set for the glove or tool box!
I just tossed 6 of these in my new-to-me '82 HJ47. My in-dash glow controller did not work, the truck "stumbled" initially on startup (like it wasn't firing on all cylinders momentarily), and there was a good bit of smoke on startup. When I pulled off the busbar and checked each plug for resistance individually, I found 2 bad plugs. Tossed 6 of these new Boschs in and what do ya know - a nice, bright orange glow from my glow controller in 15-20 secs and a faster, smoother, MUCH LESS SMOKEY startup! Now it fires on all cylinders RIGHT AWAY, like it's supposed to!
I have the 4 remaining "good" plugs I pulled out that I am willing to part with. They are clearly used, and I have no idea the condition or how much "life" is left in them, so they offered for sale "as is". I can tell you that they did show good resistance when checked several times, though, and would make great backups or replacements for someone on a budget. They are VSP brand PT-104's.
Toyota gets at least $30 a plug, if you can even manage to find a dealer that can get them. The only other place in the States (that I know of) to get them from gets $12/ea for used plugs and up to $24/ea for new plugs, plus a nice premium for shipping. I am asking $85 for a set of 6 plugs or $60 for a set of 4, plus $5 for shipping, which will be USPS Priority Mail (2-3 day delivery). I will sell the 4 used plugs for $40 SHIPPED Priority Mail. If you have a special request or need, e-mail me!
I know how hard it is to get these things in 2-3 days to your door for anything close to this price and want to try to help out a bunch of people who have DEFINITELY been an awesome resource for me!
My PM box is perpetually full and a PITA for me to check - please just e-mail me at: ToyotaDieselLover@gmail.com and I'll do my best to respond ASAP!
FAQ
Note: Although I did not come up with this information and most of it was gleaned from IH8MUD.com and other sources, I think it might help to summarize some glow plug basics...feel free to let me know if you think anything should be added or amended!
What plug do I need for my diesel-powered Land Cruiser?
A HA! The million dollar question! Glow plugs come in many different voltages for a reason; using the PROPER voltage is IMPORTANT! It depends on several things...do you have a 12v truck with the "Slow glow" system, with a mesh covered element in the dash called a "glow controller"? (8.5v) Do you have a 12v truck with the "slow glow" system with but no "glow controller"? (10.5v) Do you have the newer "Superglow" system, with an in-dash indicator light (like the brake/filter/parking brake dash lights?) This system utilizes a 6v plug! 24 volt trucks utilize different voltages altogether - regardless, you can and should read the below links (TO BE ADDED) to see what others have had success using in the same application.
Why should I replace my glow plugs?
There are many reasons! First of all, if the truck is new to you, you have no idea when they were last replaced. You may not even know if it has the right voltage plugs in there! A LOT of trucks have the wrong voltage plugs in them, for many reasons. Some people think that using a different voltage than recommended by the factory will improve their "glow" performance. This is usually not true, and if it does, you can be assured you will not get long life from them. The factory designed the system for one particular plug and it will work best with that plug, unless of course the system has been modified from stock. In this situation, it is a case-by-case situation.
Another reason someone may have installed the wrong plugs is due to LACK OF AVAILABILITY! Because a good variety of plugs is simply not available, many people (and parts salespeople) will simply substitute whatever is available, not realizing that "slight difference" in voltage makes a HUGE difference!
Lastly, there is a lot of misinformation out there about what trucks use what plugs. Whether it's the parts guy who is mistaken, websites and on-line stores that provide inaccurate information, or the mid-model year changes Toyota made with their glow systems, it isn't always easy to get the right plugs the first time.
Like all other electrical devices, glow plugs have a life span. While most times no one can say for sure why plugs fail, one thing is clear: your entire system WILL BE adversely affected if even ONE plug is bad. Your glow system depends on every plug (and the glow controller, if you have one) to be in good working order in order to work properly. It is also recommended that plugs be replaced as a set and new plugs not be mis-matched with old. If you live in a warmer climate or have a motor with good compression, you may not even know your glow system isn't operating properly! Your truck may start "cold" without glowing at all! But usually, your truck will appreciate the reduced wear and tear on the starting system and you will have faster, smoother, and less smoky startups when you have a properly functioning glow system.
Is it something I can do myself?
Absolutely! It is actually quite easy and only requires simple hand tools. Simple research on-line will often result in easy-to-follow instructions and tutorials.
Ok, I have verified I have the right voltage plugs. Is there a way I can test them to see if they are "good"?
Yes, usually a simple ohm meter can test your plug's resistance. You must test them individually, which means removing the busbar (so you aren't testing the resistance of the entire circuit!). Put simply, if your plugs have resistance, they are usually still good. When they show infinite (or no) resistance, the plug is toast. You can usually find your plug's proper "good" resistance range by searching on-line or contacting the manufacturer.
UPDATE: THE FOLLOWING MODELS/PART NUMBERS ARE IN STOCK AND READY TO SHIP:
PT-146's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68050) [6v] - 26 VSP Plugs Left!
PT-104's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68030) [8.5v] -24 VSP Plugs Left! (4 Good Used Plugs Also Available!)
PT-145's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68010) [10.5v] - 2 VSP Plugs Left!
PT-141's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68060) [14v] - [STRIKE]22[/STRIKE] 12 VSP Plugs Left!
[STRIKE]PT-109's (Toyo P/N: 19850-68040).[20.5v][/STRIKE] SOLD OUT!
Limited quantities available, so let me know if you're interested - First come, first serve! Order more and save! Qty discounts available, just e-mail me! Prepare for winter NOW or grab a spare set for the glove or tool box!
I just tossed 6 of these in my new-to-me '82 HJ47. My in-dash glow controller did not work, the truck "stumbled" initially on startup (like it wasn't firing on all cylinders momentarily), and there was a good bit of smoke on startup. When I pulled off the busbar and checked each plug for resistance individually, I found 2 bad plugs. Tossed 6 of these new Boschs in and what do ya know - a nice, bright orange glow from my glow controller in 15-20 secs and a faster, smoother, MUCH LESS SMOKEY startup! Now it fires on all cylinders RIGHT AWAY, like it's supposed to!
I have the 4 remaining "good" plugs I pulled out that I am willing to part with. They are clearly used, and I have no idea the condition or how much "life" is left in them, so they offered for sale "as is". I can tell you that they did show good resistance when checked several times, though, and would make great backups or replacements for someone on a budget. They are VSP brand PT-104's.
Toyota gets at least $30 a plug, if you can even manage to find a dealer that can get them. The only other place in the States (that I know of) to get them from gets $12/ea for used plugs and up to $24/ea for new plugs, plus a nice premium for shipping. I am asking $85 for a set of 6 plugs or $60 for a set of 4, plus $5 for shipping, which will be USPS Priority Mail (2-3 day delivery). I will sell the 4 used plugs for $40 SHIPPED Priority Mail. If you have a special request or need, e-mail me!
I know how hard it is to get these things in 2-3 days to your door for anything close to this price and want to try to help out a bunch of people who have DEFINITELY been an awesome resource for me!
My PM box is perpetually full and a PITA for me to check - please just e-mail me at: ToyotaDieselLover@gmail.com and I'll do my best to respond ASAP!
FAQ
Note: Although I did not come up with this information and most of it was gleaned from IH8MUD.com and other sources, I think it might help to summarize some glow plug basics...feel free to let me know if you think anything should be added or amended!
What plug do I need for my diesel-powered Land Cruiser?
A HA! The million dollar question! Glow plugs come in many different voltages for a reason; using the PROPER voltage is IMPORTANT! It depends on several things...do you have a 12v truck with the "Slow glow" system, with a mesh covered element in the dash called a "glow controller"? (8.5v) Do you have a 12v truck with the "slow glow" system with but no "glow controller"? (10.5v) Do you have the newer "Superglow" system, with an in-dash indicator light (like the brake/filter/parking brake dash lights?) This system utilizes a 6v plug! 24 volt trucks utilize different voltages altogether - regardless, you can and should read the below links (TO BE ADDED) to see what others have had success using in the same application.
Why should I replace my glow plugs?
There are many reasons! First of all, if the truck is new to you, you have no idea when they were last replaced. You may not even know if it has the right voltage plugs in there! A LOT of trucks have the wrong voltage plugs in them, for many reasons. Some people think that using a different voltage than recommended by the factory will improve their "glow" performance. This is usually not true, and if it does, you can be assured you will not get long life from them. The factory designed the system for one particular plug and it will work best with that plug, unless of course the system has been modified from stock. In this situation, it is a case-by-case situation.
Another reason someone may have installed the wrong plugs is due to LACK OF AVAILABILITY! Because a good variety of plugs is simply not available, many people (and parts salespeople) will simply substitute whatever is available, not realizing that "slight difference" in voltage makes a HUGE difference!
Lastly, there is a lot of misinformation out there about what trucks use what plugs. Whether it's the parts guy who is mistaken, websites and on-line stores that provide inaccurate information, or the mid-model year changes Toyota made with their glow systems, it isn't always easy to get the right plugs the first time.
Like all other electrical devices, glow plugs have a life span. While most times no one can say for sure why plugs fail, one thing is clear: your entire system WILL BE adversely affected if even ONE plug is bad. Your glow system depends on every plug (and the glow controller, if you have one) to be in good working order in order to work properly. It is also recommended that plugs be replaced as a set and new plugs not be mis-matched with old. If you live in a warmer climate or have a motor with good compression, you may not even know your glow system isn't operating properly! Your truck may start "cold" without glowing at all! But usually, your truck will appreciate the reduced wear and tear on the starting system and you will have faster, smoother, and less smoky startups when you have a properly functioning glow system.
Is it something I can do myself?
Absolutely! It is actually quite easy and only requires simple hand tools. Simple research on-line will often result in easy-to-follow instructions and tutorials.
Ok, I have verified I have the right voltage plugs. Is there a way I can test them to see if they are "good"?
Yes, usually a simple ohm meter can test your plug's resistance. You must test them individually, which means removing the busbar (so you aren't testing the resistance of the entire circuit!). Put simply, if your plugs have resistance, they are usually still good. When they show infinite (or no) resistance, the plug is toast. You can usually find your plug's proper "good" resistance range by searching on-line or contacting the manufacturer.
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To those thinking of placing an order - don't wait! Great prices for great plugs and they are moving fast! 
No wonder he has had to go through several glow cycles, yet was still getting less-than-ideal results! 
Luckily for him, he is in a fairly warm climate, where even with a poorly functioning glow system, he was able to start the Troopy rather easily - but put this same situation in a truly "cold" climate or a well-worn motor with low compression, and this would have definitely been a major problem! Even still, his truck is still having to work harder to get started in the morning than a identical truck with a properly functioning glow system.
