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3rz Spark plug tube orientation help

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Mortreport, Dec 19, 2022.

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I’m installing spark plug tube seals and need to know which way they go in. Does the wide part of the v go down towards the tube (fig 1) or up (fig 2)? Any help is appreciated

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Your eyes are fine. Somehow I posted same pic twice. How about now?

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I had to look this up from a video for the 5VZFE engine. Looks like the first photo shows the correct orientation.

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Picture one.

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Per the 3RZ guru at Roseville Toyota, the wide part of the V goes down towards the spark plug tube. Yes, pic 1.
Thanks everyone.

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