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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 01:24 PM
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head gasket replacement

so I am looking at the following problem
-coolant is missing
-water in exhaust
(no over heating, no water in oil, no loss of power or engine issues)

I going to try and replace head gasket I found the kit for
Fel-Pro - Head Gasket Set

what else do I need to do this job? I have a chilton guide, I have heard that I want to replace the head bolts but cant find them on autozone etc by searching "head bolts"

what are other things I will need or tips you can give me to replace?

like a tip from searching the forums was to put RTV on the corners of the head NOT gasket sealant.

any more tips for a new mechanic?
 
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 02:32 PM
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What do the spark plugs look like ? Have you psi checked the system ? What engine is it ?
 
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 02:40 PM
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good Q I will pull the plugs to see if any of them show signs of water damage!

I dont have a pressure testing tool or anyone that I know of right now that has one I can use.
 
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