Next week I am planning to replace my cylinder head Gasket, so head is coming off. What kind of additional work you guys do, while you are at it.

I never done this my self. how hard is this job?

Thanks.

 

its not really hard, its just basically taking everything off.

Basically everything that would be in the way of the head comming off needs to be removed, i would probably replace the intake manifold gasket, check the valves and everything

The main thing is torquing everything down correctly, get a Haynes manual theyll help u alot

 

Thanks standbackimapro, right now I am reading my Helms Manual, I also have to buy a torque wrench.

 

Torque wrench is a must. Follow the head bolt pattern to take off and put on the head. Pretty easy, take your time and it will be fine.

 

let us know how it goes i might do this. did u have a leak or something or why r u replacing it?

 

You can easily do your timing belt when you're putting the head back on, since you have to take it off anyways, if you're close to the recommended interval for that I'd go ahead and throw on new timing/balance belts.

 

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Sure I'll let you know the results, oh why I am doing head gasket ? my engine oil going in to the radiator, but no water going in to the engine (Thank God).

I took her in to the dealer, they told me that, must replace the head gasket, but they want $100.00 per hour + parts, then I ask how many hours are we talking about, they have no Idea.

so I am planning to do the job my self

I order all the parts that I'll need (but waiting).

Modified by ujhonda at 7:22 PM 4/3/2007


Modified by ujhonda at 7:28 PM 4/3/2007

 

Uh Oh

you sound like you have the f23 cracked block issue

check this out

https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1875834


also, any dealer that can't walk over to the book and see what a HG job bills for is pretty **** poor IMHO. They should be able to give you a very good estimate of what a HG job should cost.

 

jweller Thanks for the information.

ooh shoot I already order and pay the bill for my parts, Gasket, Timing belt, water pump, rad hose etc..

man ... now do I need a new motor ?

 

I'd suggest that you have the head pressure tested and resurfaced

 

Thanks hondadude

now what if I have my block cracked ? how can I check this, will pressure test help?

my engine make a loud noise when rpm between 3k-4k, sound like brrraaammm..turbo
black engine oil in my coolant bottle

after reading post here, my guts feeling telling me, my Block is busted.

where can I buy a good rebuild engine?, what are the options?. my car is 2000-accord 4cyl, can I put a new 6cyl engine.

 

lol or swap for a K20 wooot, lol, 3.2 from a acura cl type S, or just the V6, i think it shouldnt be that hard, that is.. if u get a rear ended V6accord froma scrapyard and sap the entire subframe thingy that bolts on to the unibody... and if u have wheels that cover the lugs then u can be rice and not convert rear to 5lug

best of luck to u man, but that truly is a testament to honda (something) that u can drive on a CRACKED BLOCK!!! / to honda

 

The only way I know to check a block for cracks is to magnaflux it but that requires you to have it stripped bare. I have heard that it can be pressure tested but I don't know how, nor have I been able to confirm it.

a V6 swap is a real bear to do. you have to swap the wire harness or extend large sections of it. mounts are totally different. not saying it can't be done but you need to weigh your options. Kseries motor swap would also run into a lot of the same issues but not as many. easiest swap is the h22.

a low mileage f23 from a yard will be in the $300 - $500 range. I would reccomend doing the timing belt and waterpump on it anyway, so it's not like you wasted the money for those parts.

way I see it is that you have 3 options: 1)do the HG and hope for the best, 2)have a reputable shop do the work, and if there is a problem get them to reimburse you for labor, or 3)just cut your losses and swap the motor out for a different one.

 

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yea I am planning to go with option (1)

I will crack open everything during the weekend...will see (if weather is good)


Thanks guys, for all the helps

ujhonda

 

wat should i torque the head at on my f22 with the same factory screws

 

jweller, you are indeed right on,

now my mechanic says it is engine block that has the crack...ooh man, new engine or new car I must find some money.

 

Replaced the engine with a 35k-used F23A engine,
engine is = $900.00
installation = $500.00
done deal

Ok I am closing my Gasket issue

 

900? wow kinda expensive IMO so did u get the work done how does the car run?

 

Thank GOD, car runs like Brand Spanking new.