LOCATED 2 HOURS NORTH OF VANCOUVER::: 1995 FZJ80 (210,000miles) blew a headgasket, not sure when but must have had to do some driving on it to at least get home. Working on acquiring a cheapo daily for runs to town so I (mehcanically inclined but not gifted) can work on it myself. I have access to a shop and plenty of tools but maybe missing a few, still amassing resources. Sourcing shop manual on ebay currently. What I may need most is some experienced help, but could use any advice regarding tricks or tips for the process of machining headgasket and taking the dog apart and putting her back together. We can work something out if any of you want to stop by. Thanks in advance for anything and everything.
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There is a o-ring between the timing cover and block... I would change that too. not expensive and won't add time if you do it while your stuff is at the machine shop. You just can't get the timing cover off with out taking the head or the upper oil pan off. That area leaks on many of the engines at 200k or so. But not critical to do especially if you depend on your leaks as protecting you from rust.