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What spark plugs do you use in your V6?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by amocat21, Dec 2, 2014.

  1. Dec 2, 2014 at 9:38 AM
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    amocat21

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    I'm not sure what the factory put in my V6, but what do you suggest changing them with? Are the higher priced Platinums worth it?
     
  2. Dec 2, 2014 at 9:41 AM
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    The109

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    I searched this topic quite a bit before I did my first change at 30K miles. Stick with the stock plugs. I picked some up from the dealership but you could order them online.
     
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    DrFunker

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    :rimshot:

    bahboom...all done here.
     
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    Stick with standard coper core plugs. Look in the owners manual for the part number for the denso or NGK plugs.
     
  5. Dec 10, 2014 at 11:21 PM
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    Stick with the OE Denso plug the stock number on those are 3381. I work at a auto part store in Los Angeles and we supply dealers with these plugs. The guys at thel Toyota dealer had advised me to stick with the OE plug just make sure to change them every 30k. I thought about going with iridium denso plug but I didn't want to chance it.
     
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    I installed these and will do so again the next time: Denso iridium plugs #IKH20 5344
     
  7. Dec 11, 2014 at 9:57 AM
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    This was on another thread, here is the link: http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/354366-iridium-spark-plugs-worth-6-cylinder.html

    No doubt the iridium plugs will last long, but before you jump into using iridium plugs when copper plugs are what the manufacturer recommends and there is a reason and it is not to keep the initial cost down read the links. You need to understand the difference and why copper is the better choice for your vehicle Your system is designed for the copper plugs, stay with them.
    http://www.carsdirect.com/car-repair...op-performance

    http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/o/a...rk-plug-basics
     
  8. Dec 11, 2014 at 10:20 AM
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    OCNutty

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    So if you don't use the truck in extreme driving environments, contunuous off road, hauling trailer, extreme heat..., wouldn't irridium be best for longevity?
    Some time ago, toyota published a conversion chart to show how you could move to irridum or platinum, but since have not been able to find it.
    It seems like the 4Runner would get the same use as the Tacoma 4x4.
    Just asking....
     
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  9. Dec 11, 2014 at 1:33 PM
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    pudge151

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    I went to the dealer and bought plus from them. I also get oil filters there. Also got my brakes there. Not really any more expensive than auto zone or whatever and oem quality is best for most of us
     

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