I have a 99 tacoma 3.4L engine. My number 3 spark plug already had a heli coil . Well it popped out and now the #3 hole is to large to put another one in. What is my options now?
If i need to change my head what else would be wise to do to it,like replace water pump,belts,gaskets etc. Thanks

 

Timing belt, tensioners, etc. I probably wouldn't bother pulling the other head and swapping the HG unless it looks pretty gnarly on the head you have to pull. But if it looks iffy, you're already mostly there.

 

good to know. now to find a head. Thanks

 

Replace the knock sensor wire. They get incredibly beat up by the heat. Oh, and reseal the coolant bypass tube. I'd not be surprised if you find some coolant in the valley between the heads.

 

will check on those issues. Just got a rebuilt head from reman heads and getting ready to change it. Can anybody give me some good tips for changing them out! would greatly be appreciated

 

Your mileage may vary, but these may be helpful:
http://home.centurytel.net/stevenjac...lt/timing.html

http://www.ultimateyota.com/showthre...ght=overheated

http://www.ultimateyota.com/showthre...ght=overheated

Oh, yea...the t-stat jiggle valve goes in the 6 o'clock position.