i bought a used head this week to replace mine since it got screwed up when my timing belt went out! anyways..i was wondering if i could do it myself or would i have to pay to have someone do it??? has anyone done this and if they have...do you have any pointers or tips to help me out?! thanks alot for your help!

 

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How mechanically inclined are you? Do you have torque specs?
IT takes a good while so don't be in a rush
Also if you put it on and don't do it correctly you will be buying another head.

 

You need the right tools(torque wrench most important) and a manual. you also need to make sure the top of the block is level and the bottom of the head is level otherwise the head gasket will fail. make sure you replace gaskets(intake plenum, etc) and the cam oil seals, crank oil seal, and water pump since your doing the timing belt. since you got the head used it would be a good idea to possibly replace valve stem oil seals. an optional thing would be to get the head ported and polished for performance. good luck.