Replacing HG in a couple weeks. Few questionss.
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Replacing HG in a couple weeks. Few questionss.
Hi guys, I confirmed that I have a small external HG leak. I'll be tackling this with my VW tech buddy in a couple of weeks. The Disco is new to me with 44k miles. I am looking to use German HG and Lucky8 studs. My questions are if anyone has found that they needed any specialized tools that wouldn't be part of a import mechanic's tool chest? I'll need to get a low ft/lbs torque wrench. Considering that the car has 44k on it, I'll be replacing the thermostat to 180 and probably the water pump, plugs, wires, maybe crank sensor as well. Are there any other components that you guys would recommend at this mileage?
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General info on assembly.. copper spray works wonders with these engines (my opinion) with no additives on the hg's (no extra rtv) and use a high quality rtv around the water jackets on the Inlet manifold.
A 2' breaker bar with impact sockets does wonders. I heard to do the studs the engine has to come out or you can't get the head over the stud??
A 2' breaker bar with impact sockets does wonders. I heard to do the studs the engine has to come out or you can't get the head over the stud??
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So, from lucky8 I'll be ordering: a gasket kit with Elring head gaskets, ARP studs (with thread lube), throttle body heater kit, and an upgraded water pump. I'll also need to order a 180 thermostat, plugs, and wires. My hoses all look pliable and in good shape. Can anyone think of anything else to address at 44k on a 2004 at this time. I don't necessarily want to make this a super expensive endeavor, but if there are things that I'll be addressing in a few thousand miles, I'd rather get it done when everything is apart.