About to change the head gasket on a d16y7 motor. I'm picking up a head gasket, water pump and timing belt after work. Anything else I need? Is a new timing belt tensioner necessary? Thanks all!
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March 29, 2011 2:20 p.m. midknight Reader
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March 29, 2011 2:23 p.m. KATYB New Reader
cant remember if its required but new head bolts use copper seal on the head. and make sure you get the head checked for trueness before putting it back on
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March 29, 2011 2:25 p.m. spitfirebill SuperDork
I would replace the tensioner. Usually you get it all in one kit.
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March 29, 2011 2:43 p.m. midknight Reader
Thanks katyb and spitfirebill. Convention seems to say the headbolts can be reused, and I am definitely getting the head checked for trueness. The tensioner can be purchased seperately for $60. Seemed a bit pricey, but will go with it.
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March 29, 2011 2:48 p.m. DILYSI Dave SuperDork
Beer.
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March 29, 2011 2:55 p.m. DILYSI Dave SuperDork
Serious answer - Yeah, might as well do the tensioner. And if they are normal looking bolts, they can be reused. If they have a spiral in the shank, they are the one time use bolts. In which case, put ARP studs in it. They are the same price as OE bolts, use a greater clamping torque, and can be reused.
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March 29, 2011 9:15 p.m. midknight Reader
Thanks DILYSI Dave. I was hoping you would comment
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