Head gasket at 237,000
Three Wheeling
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All done. Replaced the motor mounts which were way overdue. Runs smooth and has a tiny bit more power. When I put my foot on the floor on the highway, it kicks down nicely.
I fortunately replaced all the coolant lines which avoided any nagging leaks upon rebuild.
It is a big/long job, but one that is quite satisfying. I'll get another 150k out of her.
I did not find a ground strap anywhere (aside from the starter). Is there an engine ground strap on a 1997 D1?
Next job is suspension bushings.
I fortunately replaced all the coolant lines which avoided any nagging leaks upon rebuild.
It is a big/long job, but one that is quite satisfying. I'll get another 150k out of her.
I did not find a ground strap anywhere (aside from the starter). Is there an engine ground strap on a 1997 D1?
Next job is suspension bushings.
Also, great write up! Thank you.
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TReK
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I didn't check them, but at 237k I thought I had gotten my money's worth and had them done by default. A valve job was also performed. Yeah, I may have spent more than I needed, but I don't have the time, space, or infrastructure to do this type of job often. I wanted to remove all doubt.
Three Wheeling
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I didn't check them, but at 237k I thought I had gotten my money's worth and had them done by default. A valve job was also performed. Yeah, I may have spent more than I needed, but I don't have the time, space, or infrastructure to do this type of job often. I wanted to remove all doubt.
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TReK
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From: NYC
gonna add one more thing..
I clean and chase the head bolt threads. My intent is to make them 'like new' in terms of lacking any debris, dirt, oil, or other fluids. Then brake clean followed by compressed air.
I clean and chase the head bolt threads. My intent is to make them 'like new' in terms of lacking any debris, dirt, oil, or other fluids. Then brake clean followed by compressed air.
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