Graham Piccinini
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Originally Posted by nthach
Also, keep in mind on Toyota VVT-i engines, there's a different set of timing marks for t-belt replacement, but you knew that.
Also, you're brave for replacing the intake cam seal on a VVT-i JZ/UZ engine. Supposedly the entire cam needs to be pulled apart, and the VVT actuator needs to be pulled apart and put back together to access the seal.
I actually failed at changing the cam seals. Could not take the VVT-I gear off the cam. It is apparently tougher than the crankshaft bolt... Upon closer inspection the cam seals are not leaking. Sooo I left them on... Will change the crank seal in the morning though. That one is "sweating" a bit.
Also, keep in mind on Toyota VVT-i engines, there's a different set of timing marks for t-belt replacement, but you knew that.
Also, you're brave for replacing the intake cam seal on a VVT-i JZ/UZ engine. Supposedly the entire cam needs to be pulled apart, and the VVT actuator needs to be pulled apart and put back together to access the seal.
I actually failed at changing the cam seals. Could not take the VVT-I gear off the cam. It is apparently tougher than the crankshaft bolt... Upon closer inspection the cam seals are not leaking. Sooo I left them on... Will change the crank seal in the morning though. That one is "sweating" a bit.