Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2003 23:36:37 -0600 From: Rodney Orr <rod899ktnopsamoo.ca> Subject: Re: Head Gasket Job
Bob, I have a burnt valve on my 9000T 2L and am most of the way through taking it all apart -- I started with the camshaft cover, then pulled the head, and am now getting the timing cover off to work on the chain guides. I've never been this deep into an engine before so it's a real challenge -- and the turbo makes it even more so. It's all do-able, but certainly not easy...and I still have to get it all put back together. My advice is, if you're reasonably equipped with tools, have a manual (I have Haynes which is ok but not great), lots of patience, and lots of time, you might have a go at it. But, if I could afford it, I'd spend the $$$ and have it done professionally. There are too many unknowns that the manual doesn't explain, and I'm afraid about getting it back together.... Rod. On Thu, 31 Jul 2003 00:18:45 GMT, 'nuther Bob <yetanotherphonyaddressnopsamacereally.com> wrote: > On Wed, 30 Jul 2003 22:16:12 GMT, "Paul Merriman" > <pmerrimannopsamast.net> wrote: > >> My local Saab shop says my engine may need the head gasket replaced >> ($1,000 job). >> I declined for now but I expect it won't be long before I regret it. >> Is this something that can be attempted by the home mechanic (me?). >> What book or repair manual would help me the most? >> Thanks, > > It's challenging. I would not do it if you have never assisted on such a > job or consider yourself an advanced DIYer. > > OTOH, if you have the skills, you can do it. Other folks here have. I > would get the factory manual if I was doing it. What year/model/ > motor do you have ? > > Bob -- Using M2, Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/m2/
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