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What is this part Called?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by Rocko9999, Oct 15, 2024 at 10:26 AM.

  1. Oct 15, 2024 at 10:26 AM
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    Rocko9999

    Rocko9999 [OP] New Member

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    On passenger side, front of engine near the top. Square plate with gasket. I can't recall it's name.

    IMG_9783 - Copy.jpg
     
  2. Oct 15, 2024 at 4:42 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    That my friend is what’s commonly known as a thigamajig, glad i could help.
     
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  3. Oct 15, 2024 at 4:47 PM
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    Acesandeights

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    aka whatchamacallit

    although, my dad always referred to them as a chingadera.
     
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  4. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM
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    morfdq

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    Everyone is wrong. That’s a flamshooter. Now it does connect to a thigamagig. But only on 5th gen’s.
     
  5. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:02 PM
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    Rocko9999

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    Better view.

    Part..jpg
     
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  6. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:11 PM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    Some type of hose bracket?
     
  7. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:19 PM
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    whippersnapper02

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    It’s just an inspection port or access to timing. Timing cover plate. :notsure:
     
  8. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:19 PM
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    AuSeeker

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    I believe it's the timing chain tensioner/inspection cover plate.
     

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