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is it possible?
and if so are there any good guides with pictures, all the ones I've seen are for v6 engines
and if so are there any good guides with pictures, all the ones I've seen are for v6 engines
Yes, it can be done easily with a 4" deckplate. I have done it myself when I used to own a 2.7L. I would recommend it, every little bit helps with that engine. since the power is in the higher rpms anyway and the engine is already screaming, the added noise from a deck plate is not a big deal.chrisryn64 said:is it possible?
and if so are there any good guides with pictures, all the ones I've seen are for v6 engines
I agree it can be done with a 4" deckplate.I have a 95.5 xcab 2.7. I did it and it looks exactly like the pic you posted. I used a dremel with the little cutting discs to cut the hole. The only thing that sucks is I cant put the cap on or take it off with out unscrewing the bolts to the box and lifting it up a couple of inches so the cap will fit between the washer fluid deal and the air box. So I now have the proper rachet/long extension/socket in my glove box.ewarnerusa said:Yes, it can be done easily with a 4" deckplate. I have done it myself when I used to own a 2.7L. I would recommend it, every little bit helps with that engine. since the power is in the higher rpms anyway and the engine is already screaming, the added noise from a deck plate is not a big deal.
http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=12624&highlight=deckplate
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http://www.yotatech.com/~corey/tech/jackson_deckplate/deckplate.htmstandinit said:Im new to the whole mechanic thing here and was wondering just exactly what a deckplate does and where might i get one
It depends on the plate. Some have wider flanges on the outside than others. If you are fortunate enough to live on the seacoast where there are a lot of marine outlets you can shop around for one with the smallest outside diameter.Tacoma4Life06 said:Guess I'm gonna have to take back my 3" to trade in for the 4" now that I know it's possible on the 2.7L.
yeah, just check that post I had a little ways up the page with the pic and link. Click the link and scroll down to posts #11 and #12, they basically tell and show all the things that are any different from the V6 procedure.Tacoma4Life06 said:Hey man. Just wondering. Did you end up doing a write up on the install of your 4" Deckplate? I would love to have one before I go at my truck. Even if it's something that you just write up real quick so I have something more specific to look at and use when doing the same thing on mine.
Thanks a lot. Chris.