So what sparks plug would you run on a 2000 Camry V6. Rock Auto has many choices. The are rear plugs are hard to get at and essentially need to remove the intake. We are already taking it off to replace knock sensors. Long life is probably key since they might not be replaced again. Lol. Car has 215k miles. Leaning towards NGK double platinum or Iridium. Then there is the new ratheum or something like that. But I think that might be best for modern engine technology. But it has the most "stars" for life, performance and fuel economy. Looking for your thoughts please.
2000 Camry Spark Plugs.
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I like to go to the manufacturers parts web page and get the OEM part number for the item I am needing. These are generally the latest and up-to-date offerings from the mfgr.
In your case, Toyota specifies part number 90080-91180 for the 2000 MY Camry V-6. These are listed by Toyota as being NGK BKR6EK-PB11 or DENSO (Nippon) PK20T-R11.
Head over to the Rock and input the NGK or Denso part number into the "Part Number Search" link and it will return precisely what the Toyota dealership is selling for your car. You'll find NGK 3452 and Denso 3253.
Either of these two spark plugs will work perfectly in your Camry.
In your case, Toyota specifies part number 90080-91180 for the 2000 MY Camry V-6. These are listed by Toyota as being NGK BKR6EK-PB11 or DENSO (Nippon) PK20T-R11.
Head over to the Rock and input the NGK or Denso part number into the "Part Number Search" link and it will return precisely what the Toyota dealership is selling for your car. You'll find NGK 3452 and Denso 3253.
Either of these two spark plugs will work perfectly in your Camry.
I believe these are the OE spark plugs for your Camry - platinum:
NGK 3452 BKR6EKPB-11
And these are the iridium:
NGK 3764 BKR6EIX-11
I usually run what it says in the owner's manual, hence OE. But if the iridium have much longer life and your spark plugs are hardly accessible - I would use the iridium.
NGK 3452 BKR6EKPB-11
And these are the iridium:
NGK 3764 BKR6EIX-11
I usually run what it says in the owner's manual, hence OE. But if the iridium have much longer life and your spark plugs are hardly accessible - I would use the iridium.
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I’d go OE or the part number in the owners manual. I guess I got this philosophy from my 1998 Maxima. They were 60k plugs back then so around 4-5 yo, the forum in 2002 insisted only use OE. They were $12/ea back then so of course it crossed my mind to spend $5 and save $40.
At least with OE one can’t go wrong. On the BMW I went OEM to save $3/plug, been fine. But again the Bosch P/N was identical. It’s easier to confirm OE vs OEM with German cars. With Japanese I’d go by the owners manual.
At least with OE one can’t go wrong. On the BMW I went OEM to save $3/plug, been fine. But again the Bosch P/N was identical. It’s easier to confirm OE vs OEM with German cars. With Japanese I’d go by the owners manual.
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Be aware that with Platinum and Iridium there are two types offered by NGK. OEM (long life) and fine wire (shorter life) higher performing. In the case of the EIX, those are generally the fine wire 50k miles versions. Surprisingly the Platinum listed above for this application is also only 50k mile life so a toss up between the two. The longer life iridium for this Camary is the NGK 6741 IFR6E11, rated for 100k miles.
For most oem applications, NGK makes a thicker electrode version of platinum and iridium that are rated for 80k to 120k use.
I got caught on this where the EIX were less expensive than the oem platinum for my Tundra...I installed them, then out of curiosity called their tech support and he said the EIX were 50k plugs and the oem platinum were rated 100k because of the thicker electrode tip (and why oem plugs cost more for the thicker material). He said if I wanted a longer life Iridium, he gave me the iridium equivalent long life oem type. I've gone back to using oem Platinum and change them around 80k miles. I'm just shy of 400k right now... I prefer the longer life versions, because I have never seen a big difference with the supposed higher performing plugs, and simply want the longest life so I don't have to get back in to change them...I'm lazy (and all my cars are V8s).
If you really want to be a baller, get the NGK Ruthenium 95159/FR6BHX-S
I would use either Denso or NGK double plat just in case they got installed in the wrong bank and wear out too fast. The other more exotic plugs may ignite better with a COP setup but not waste spark, and may not last any longer in the waste spark system (not sure if it would be worse actually).
Wow! Thanks for the input!
My "mechanic" says he will order iridium if available. Sourced locally Autozone. Napa, Oriellys im guessing. Looking forward to seeing what is used!
Thanks! We shall see what my "mechanic" orders. He said he will go iridium if available.Be aware that with Platinum and Iridium there are two types offered by NGK. OEM (long life) and fine wire (shorter life) higher performing. In the case of the EIX, those are generally the fine wire 50k miles versions. Surprisingly the Platinum listed above for this application is also only 50k mile life so a toss up between the two. The longer life iridium for this Camary is the NGK 6741 IFR6E11, rated for 100k miles.
For most oem applications, NGK makes a thicker electrode version of platinum and iridium that are rated for 80k to 120k use.
I got caught on this where the EIX were less expensive than the oem platinum for my Tundra...I installed them, then out of curiosity called their tech support and he said the EIX were 50k plugs and the oem platinum were rated 100k because of the thicker electrode tip (and why oem plugs cost more for the thicker material). He said if I wanted a longer life Iridium, he gave me the iridium equivalent long life oem type. I've gone back to using oem Platinum and change them around 80k miles. I'm just shy of 400k right now... I prefer the longer life versions, because I have never seen a big difference with the supposed higher performing plugs, and simply want the longest life so I don't have to get back in to change them...I'm lazy (and all my cars are V8s).
Yep! Just from the quick read I thought those were for more modern engines. Maybe in my 05' Dakota V8! Ive never changed the plugs in that in 15 years! Lol. Put 60k on it so it doesnt see much drive time. Lol. 165k total.
Yes, you are right. These are good for 100K miles and are called laser iridium.
And the ones I posted are good for 50K miles.
You should also replace the valve cover gaskets while you're in there. Get the Mahle brand, as they seem to be reboxed OE gaskets made in Japan.
The OE spark plugs for that 1MZ are 2-prong double platinum, from Denso or NGK.
Bosch used to make a 4-prong iridium called Platinum-Ir Fusion, and too bad they don't make them anymore because they were the best thing to use in those wasted spark 1MZ transverse V6 Toyotas because they'll last a long time and you might not need to ever do them again. Part#4501 or 4503 (one is the stock heat range; one is the next heat range hotter). If you can find NOS Bosch Ir Fusions, get them!
You might be able to use these Bosch iridiums from Australia. It's the same heat range and thread, but the nut is the older size 13/16 (21mm) rather than the more common 5/8 (16mm) used today. Here is Bosch's numbering system (higher number is hotter heat range, which is the opposite of NGK and Denso)
Bosch does still make a 4-prong platinum called Platinum+4, part #4417 or 4418 depending on the heat range.
NGK makes a ruthenium for the 1MZ, but it's not a 2-prong. However, it might still be worth trying
Pair whatever plugs you get with NGK wires. They look cool and are numbered
The OE spark plugs for that 1MZ are 2-prong double platinum, from Denso or NGK.
Bosch used to make a 4-prong iridium called Platinum-Ir Fusion, and too bad they don't make them anymore because they were the best thing to use in those wasted spark 1MZ transverse V6 Toyotas because they'll last a long time and you might not need to ever do them again. Part#4501 or 4503 (one is the stock heat range; one is the next heat range hotter). If you can find NOS Bosch Ir Fusions, get them!
You might be able to use these Bosch iridiums from Australia. It's the same heat range and thread, but the nut is the older size 13/16 (21mm) rather than the more common 5/8 (16mm) used today. Here is Bosch's numbering system (higher number is hotter heat range, which is the opposite of NGK and Denso)
Bosch does still make a 4-prong platinum called Platinum+4, part #4417 or 4418 depending on the heat range.
NGK makes a ruthenium for the 1MZ, but it's not a 2-prong. However, it might still be worth trying
Pair whatever plugs you get with NGK wires. They look cool and are numbered
Yes. We are doing VC gasket. I pretty much told my "mechanic" to do whatever he wants. I just pay for parts so it's a good deal. I'm curious on the plugs he orders. I'm hoping for the NGK laser Iridium but we will see what happens. Sometimes you just got to trust those helping you. Lol. Keep the free labor happy.
