head swap looming. what else to do?

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gareth
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Post Wed Jan 26, 2005 10:41 pm

i'm getting a good (uncracked) head ready for fitting on monday and i'm wondering what else is worth getting done while i'm at it?

so far:
head reface
valve stem seals (myself)
cam seals etc (myself)
cambelt?
head and manifold gaskets (obviously!)

anything else i've missed?
gareth
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Post Wed Jan 26, 2005 10:46 pm

hehe! unfortunately i'm not that flush with money at the moment!

good suggestion though!
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Post Wed Jan 26, 2005 11:09 pm

Timing belt tensioners
Manifold gaskets / Head Set
New head bolts
Thermostat }
Water Pump } Worth doing - dont want this head cracked again!
P/s belt, alt belt
Coolant of course
Oil Service

Etc etc