tjbagz

does anyone know of a good thread with pics covering a head gasket replacement?

jaa1992

What engine???
I know I've seen pictures an procedures to get the intake off an L98,
From there the heads are pretty obvious.
LT1 is soo simple you don't need pictures

You will need the factory service manual for the torque sequence when you put them back on.

tjbagz

L 98 engine, what other items should I tackle while doing gasket, please keep in mind my skill is limited, but I need to learn more and want some winter projects..

Black89Z51

I just rebuilt my entire motor about a week ago. I took the heads to a machine shop and got the works done. New valve springs, keepers, retainers, valve seals (use the intake seal on both intake and exhaust), 3 angle valve job, valves lapped, and the heads were decked 0.010" to flatten them.

Other than that, it's basically just a remove and rebuild. Make sure the block sealing surface is smooth and ultra clean. It will not be smooth as glass, as the gasket needs something to stick to, or it will leak. Use acetone to clean the block sealing surface and the heads prior to setting the heads down.

Use new head bolts when you do the job. The Fel-Pro bolts already have the sealant applied to them.

Other than that, it's pretty straight forward. Take pics and post them if you have questions. Someone on here will see it and answer it.

If you don't have a factory service manual, definitely get one before you start.

tjbagz

Where is good place to purchase factory service manual? Would Chiltons show same info?

l98tpi

I got mine from Ecklers or Mid America. It will cost around $150 plus, but it is well worth it if you are going todo a lot of your own maintenance. These are service manuals for all the systems on the car.

383vett

Gene Culley, a forum vendor. Do a search. Great prices and great service.

CorvetteMike2024

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...se-advise.html