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Head gasket replacement parts/tool list.

Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 10:13 pm
by Rhinoculips
Cant find it in the search....

I have a '91 ej22 engine in my VW van. The head gasket(s) need replacing. Besides the head gaskets do I need anything else to do the job? Bolts? Guess I'm looking for a parts and tools needed list.

I will be replacing one crankshaft gasket. Timing belt has only 20,000 miles on it so I think I will keep that.

Re: Head gasket replacement parts/tool list.

Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2011 2:35 am
by H4_Deucer
2 headgaskets
2 intake manifold gaskets
6 valve cover bolt grommets
2 valve cover gaskets
2 exhaust manifold gaskets
and just for good measure
2 camshaft seals
1 crankshaft seal
1 thermostat with gasket
1 oil filter
some oil
and a gallon of coolant

Re: Head gasket replacement parts/tool list.

Posted: Thu Jul 14, 2011 2:43 am
by mrmcq
I would say a torque wrench with 12 point socket, and a set of metric 6 points. Both Deep and shallow.
A pulley tool or Big Screwdriver/prybar.
A Small allen wrench to pin out the tensioner.