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jdpilotJun-21-04 11:22 AM
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#76420, "Headgasket replacement questions"


          

Well boys, it is time. My power band is weak, I hear gurgling in the heater core, and my compression is 100psi (i shit you not) in each cylinder. My questions are;

- The "MLS" headgasket replacement I see mentioned when I search, where is the best place to buy this?

-Are there any bottom end items I can replace/upgrade while doing this job with the engine still in the vehicle??? Pistons, Rings?? I will not be removing the engine.

-Is there anything else you can think of I should take care of when I am down there?? Top end/head will come later.

-I hear shops quote this as a 7 hour project. Does that sound right?? Thanks,


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mcgyvrJun-21-04 11:25 AM
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#76423, "RE: Headgasket replacement questions"
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Jun-21-04 11:26 AM by mcgyvr

          

umm you probably will be taking the block out to have it checked for flattness and resurfaced.

and just get the MLS from bob kise at fenton dodge...

and yeah dodge actually quoted me 1200 just to change the headgasket (a holes)

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UberingramJun-21-04 12:47 PM
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#76426, "RE: Headgasket replacement questions"
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Originally posted by jdpilot
- The "MLS" headgasket replacement I see mentioned when I search, where is the best place to buy this?

Bob Kise. Do a search for his name and you'll see lots of info. I think thedawg has his info in his profile too.

Originally posted by jdpilot
-Are there any bottom end items I can replace/upgrade while doing this job with the engine still in the vehicle??? Pistons, Rings?? I will not be removing the engine.
Nothing along the lines of what you're thinking. The pumps maybe. Focus on maintanence...t-belt, tensioner, etc

Originally posted by jdpilot
-Is there anything else you can think of I should take care of when I am down there?? Top end/head will come later.

See above

Originally posted by jdpilot
-I hear shops quote this as a 7 hour project. Does that sound right?? Thanks,

For someone experienced maybe. Take your time as resetting your timing is crucial to any engine.

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jdpilotJun-21-04 03:43 PM
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#76444, "RE: Headgasket replacement questions"
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Thanks guys!


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UberingramJun-21-04 03:45 PM
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#76446, "RE: Headgasket replacement questions"
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Good luck with that. Post any questions you may have later on.

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