??Replace Valve Cover Gasket?

[BullElk]

Yes. Correct. I do need to replace one hose. The other is good with oil catch can. Thanks.

 

[BullElk]

I used a blue FIPG to seal the drive plate on front axle. Can this be used on the half moon plugs with no problem?

 

[Hornd]

If your Power steering reservoir hose to pump is bad you can do that now as well. It's close by.
I believe it is 5/8 and it must be oil hose not coolant hose.

Wires, Rotor, Cap, Plugs with Dielectric grease?

 

[chairborne]

The half moon plugs don't need to come out, unlike other toyota engines I've had.

 

[BullElk]

Thanks chairbourne.

What about valve cover bolts. If they don't break are they typically reused or replaced? I did get six bolts in case I could not replace a few.

I plan to get several cans of the proper cleaner. What would be best for this job.....brake parts cleaner, engine decreased or throttle body cleaner. Any thoughts anyone?

 

[george_tlc]

The valve cover bolts aren't torqued to anything stupid - it's just a valve cover... There should be NO reason they break when being removed and yes, no reason you can't re-use them.

Here's my valve cover cleaning and replacement of various rubber bits - including spark plug tube seals etc (amongst other repairs)...

I used degreaser and elbow grease - basically anything that will dissolve/break down the cooked residue. Just pick something that is aluminium safe.

http://www.george4wd.taskled.com/injectors.html

cheers,
george.