looks like i blew my head gasket last weekend... and i am finally getting around to working on it. I ordered a new gasket kit from T.A.S. auto with everything that I am going to need (I hope!!) and had a couple of questions. I am going to take the head to a local machine shop to have them check it out for cracks or warpage, but while the head is off, wouldnt this be a good time to replace the timing belt & water pump (both which have not been done and the car has around 110,000 on it)?? Should i just get a new belt or the whole bel and tensioner set? Any advice pleeease!!!!???

 

Definitely get the water pump and new timing belt. Might as well change the thermostat, alternator belt and A/C or power steering belt, radiator hoses, and plugs. Might as well take advantage of the situation while it's apart.