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Replace 1GR-FE valve stem seals

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by Byways, Nov 23, 2023.

  1. Nov 23, 2023 at 4:53 PM
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    Byways

    Byways [OP] New Member

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    Have you done it? Do you have wisdom and tips to share? There isn't much at all online for this engine.

    I'm looking for how-to insights, not diagnoses.

    A thousand thanks!
     
  2. Nov 23, 2023 at 5:15 PM
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    RumHamRunner73

    RumHamRunner73 Dead on with a zero

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    Is the engine out or are you planning on doing this in frame or in the vehicle?
     
  3. Nov 23, 2023 at 5:56 PM
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    Byways

    Byways [OP] New Member

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    Thank you for responding. The engine will remain in the vehicle.
     
    Last edited: Nov 24, 2023
  4. Nov 21, 2024 at 2:34 PM
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    Did you find any wisdom or tips for this, as I need to do this to my 2015 and am also looking?

    Thanks
    Keith
     
  5. Nov 22, 2024 at 7:13 AM
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    2ndGen22re

    2ndGen22re Goldie, my 1st love & my new kid…

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    One-at-this-price stripper. Bought new 34 yrs ago, a $13K leftover. Added Detroit TruTrac, 1”rear spring spacer and “pinstripes”… Factory AC kit and roof rack bought at dealer cost at time of purchase, still blows ice cold 32yrs later. 2022 AG ORP all stock.
    I’ve only done Honda motorcycles.
    I hacked up an old spark plug and welded a 1/4”NPT nipple on it with an air hose fitting to pressurize the cylinder keeping the valves closed while removing the keepers and valve springs.
    I know some guys run clothesline or para cord into the spark plug hole and run the piston up to keep the valves closed.
    I don’t know if either technique will work with the Toyota engines.
     
    Last edited: Nov 22, 2024
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