Head Gasket Replacement
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Head Gasket Replacement
Would it be a good idea to replace the head gasket on a high mileage engine that was taken apart for the timing belt service? I'm not that familiar with the history on these engines and if or if not the head gasket is a weak spot in the engine and are known to leak internaly or externaly.
woyld it be worth my while to pick up a replacement gasket or is it something that would be better left alone. Once timing belt is off would the exghaust manifold be the only other major part removal to take the head off? Is removal of the manifold a tricky job or straight forward?
For the cost of a gasket i was thinking it would be a good idea to replace especially where the belt would already be off. I'm looking to make this car as reliable as it can be.
Thanks
-Mike
woyld it be worth my while to pick up a replacement gasket or is it something that would be better left alone. Once timing belt is off would the exghaust manifold be the only other major part removal to take the head off? Is removal of the manifold a tricky job or straight forward?
For the cost of a gasket i was thinking it would be a good idea to replace especially where the belt would already be off. I'm looking to make this car as reliable as it can be.
Thanks
-Mike
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