Originally Posted by angelgabe

My head gasket appears to have blown on my 96 ls automatic. My brother was a tank mechanic for the army and I think between the both of us (and a 30 pack) we should be able to tackle this project. What I want to know is what I need to buy.
Which book is the best?
What parts?
What tools?
Besides the head gasket are there any other parts I should replace while I'm in there? Any common seals or rings that wear out that I should take care of?
I've heard that I should resurface the block and head when I do this, is this hard?

Any help I can get from you all would be awesome. Thanks!