I found ya'll while searching for information to help me with my plan to replace the valve cover gaskets on my '99 Camry V6. I purchased the car new in July, '99 and it has 155,000 miles on it. It has been the most trouble free car I have ever owned and will probably be the last new car I will ever own.

I was quoted $750., by the dealer who sold me the car, to do the valve cover, intake plenum and spark plug tube gaskets and the spark plugs and wires. A local independent shop, I have used and referred business to, quoted $450. Both quotes included parts and labor. I shopped and discovered I can buy the parts for about $150. and I plan to do this at the end of next week. I bought a Chilton manual to go with my Haynes manual and have discovered that a short piece of coolant hose lives under the plenum and I will replace it as well.

Your input would be greatly appreciated. If you think I might be overlooking anything please let me know. For instance; would removing the hood be a worthwhile thing to do?

I look forward to being a member here. I belong to one other car forum which has been a great source of information in my efforts to maintain my old '73 Mustang, which I also bought new and still own.

One other thing! For me and all the other residents along the Gulf Coast: "Please put pressure on your Senators, Congressmen and Congresswomen to fix the oil leak!" Please?

 

The link has some good ideas. The person also relocated the knock sensors.

The person posts frequently at the Toyotanation website.

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/ar.../t-157503.html

 

Thank you very much. I checked it out and that is what I am looking for. Thanks again.

valveguy