Hello,
I blew the head Gasket on my 22RE years back and I am finally getting around to the fix. I removed the head over the weekend and was thinking of getting it rebuilt locally. It occurred to me that instead of rebuild, an upgrade or new head may be a better option? Does anyone have some word of wisdom regarding this option? Alternatively, if I decide to get the original head rebuilt can someone recommend a seal and hose kit so that I can refresh as much as possible while I have everything apart?
Some specifics: The motor has 250-300k miles on it. I don't want to spend more than 1000 on the project, but can if it makes good sense. I have had the truck since 1998 and plan to keep it forever. I have included some pics for interest.
Thanks in advance for any advice,
-John
I blew the head Gasket on my 22RE years back and I am finally getting around to the fix. I removed the head over the weekend and was thinking of getting it rebuilt locally. It occurred to me that instead of rebuild, an upgrade or new head may be a better option? Does anyone have some word of wisdom regarding this option? Alternatively, if I decide to get the original head rebuilt can someone recommend a seal and hose kit so that I can refresh as much as possible while I have everything apart?
Some specifics: The motor has 250-300k miles on it. I don't want to spend more than 1000 on the project, but can if it makes good sense. I have had the truck since 1998 and plan to keep it forever. I have included some pics for interest.
Thanks in advance for any advice,
-John