Hey, I have some questions about my upcoming valve lash project. want to make sure I have the best parts, cheapest parts and tools, and everything needed.

I have watched Timmy the Toolmans video Toyota 3RZ-FE Valve Adjustment - YouTube
excellent video. side note, Timmy the Toolman is the only youtuber I have subscribed to, ever. ha!

I plan on pulling the cam pucks and reseating with fipg since I need to use some on the top of them anyways.

parts list:
fipg
valve cover gasket, this one? More Information for MAHLE / CLEVITE VS50272
valve pliers for Toyota Engine Adjustment Free Car Valve Adjusting Pliers Tool Adjuster Set | eBay

DO I NEED ANYTHING ELSE? (besides the shims which I wont know what size till after) ANYTHING BETTER OR CHEAPER??


Ive read on this forum that:
Intake valve clearances shrink over time due to deposits
Exhaust valve clearances expand over time

Is this true and do you set your clearance's to the far side to allow shrink/expansion?

Anything else I should know?
Thanks!!