Thread: Cylinder head gasket replacement

I do not think you will have the same problem with the inlet manifold bolts as they are big diameter. Just make sure you have a good as new 12 point socket and a long breaker bar.

Exhaust manifold could be fun , but again they are big diameter.

Head bolts should have had sealant from new, but I would be amazed if it has not had a few head gaskets. Just make sure you have very good quality 12 point sockets and be careful you have them completely on the bolt top.

You may grow some new muscles.

Regards Philip A

Thanks Philip, thats reassuring.
I bought the car in 1993 and it definately has not had any work done on the engine in that time other than regular servicing so I can't complain I guess. It's the head bolts that concern me the most since the block stays in the car. Extracting broken bolts fitting helicoils etc would be difficult. Fingers crossed I guess.
Cheers
Brian

spray bolts liberally with Loctite "Freeze and Release" ...it causes microcracking in the corrosion /oxide deposits and then applies lubricant as you proceed to undo the bolts...saves broken bolts/stripped threads etc ...beats using the oxy torch!!
good luck

Thanks Hoges, that sounds useful. I haven't heard of Loctite "Freeze and Release" will try Repco tomorrow for some.
I haven't got an oxy torch in any case Although I did wonder about trying heat....

Sunwhite,

Where in country Victoria are you?

High BigJon,

I'm near Gisborne, just off the Calder Hwy

Cheers
Brian

If you're doing the head gaskets, you don't need to split the ram housing from the inlet manifold - you can unbolt the inlet manifold and ram as one unit? Would save you more bother?

Mind you, started now, so might as well finish....that loctite tip sounds good, would give that a go.

Hope it all goes well,

Fish.

Thanks Fish13,
I was just following the manual on this..never done heads on a Rangie before. Sounds a good tip for next time......if there is a next time!!
cheers
Brian