As descibed in this thread, my 03 blew a head gasket. As the motor has 185K, I figure I'll replace both gaskets at the same time. I plan on taking the long, slow route, by removing the radiator, etc. to more easily access the heads.
There are various parts that I'll replace while I have easy access to the motor and because I don't know if or when the previous owner replaced them. I'll paste the list below. If you can think of anything else I should include, please let me know. Thanks!
Parts (all gaskets excluded):
- cylinder heads ( resurface, valve job)
- cylinder head bolts
- spark plugs
- intake manifold
- exhaust manifolds (maybe)
- oil pump
- timing chain, gear, guides, tensioners
- water pump
- radiator hoses
There are various parts that I'll replace while I have easy access to the motor and because I don't know if or when the previous owner replaced them. I'll paste the list below. If you can think of anything else I should include, please let me know. Thanks!
Parts (all gaskets excluded):
- cylinder heads ( resurface, valve job)
- cylinder head bolts
- spark plugs
- intake manifold
- exhaust manifolds (maybe)
- oil pump
- timing chain, gear, guides, tensioners
- water pump
- radiator hoses