head stud question
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head stud question
From previous threads I have learned that the head stud replacement will cost around $2,500 with labor. My big concern is getting the right mechanic to do the work. Should I have the mechanic check the head and block surfaces for flatness ? Should the process include machining the surfaces so the new connection will be true and tight ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
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From: Arizona
Originally Posted by John Kiernan
From previous threads I have learned that the head stud replacement will cost around $2,500 with labor. My big concern is getting the right mechanic to do the work. Should I have the mechanic check the head and block surfaces for flatness ? Should the process include machining the surfaces so the new connection will be true and tight ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
Here is the TSB for the procedure to check the heads for flatness
http://www.ford-trucks.com/tsb/fullt...p?tsb=06-21-10
Hope this helps
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From: round rock, tx
Originally Posted by John Kiernan
From previous threads I have learned that the head stud replacement will cost around $2,500 with labor. My big concern is getting the right mechanic to do the work. Should I have the mechanic check the head and block surfaces for flatness ? Should the process include machining the surfaces so the new connection will be true and tight ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
I live in central New Jersey. Does anyone know of a reputable shop that does this work ?
why put back some failure prone parts
just my Opinion
that is what I will do when my engine needs the upgrade!
