real question is: looks like a real pain to access these plugs to change - like how much must I take off and are there any problems seating these plugs down in these holes or should I be aware of anything concerning those "coil things" on the plug caps? I am no mechanic, but not a complete dummy either.
also, I bought plugs at the dealer for $2.17 each - my favorite Checker Auto wanted $3.99. The air filter was also cheaper at the dealer - always worth checking - guess the world is full of little suprises!
Costs to change plugs - and only change plugs (which some call a tune-up) ranged from $69 at Firestone, dealer at $89, another dealer at $109 and Goodyear at $149 (ouch - they wanted $69 for plug change and additional cause of this type of plug with these coils). This just SEEMS like a lot of money to change six plugs in the 3.4 liter V6.
BTW, also have a 90 Runner needing a plug change in the 3.0 liter V6 (only has 145K and is a superb truck) - is this also a pain in the ____, do do I need any special tools for either car?
thanks in advance, tom p.s. my 1st post here - nice forum!