Installing Head Gasket on 1992 Pro 60

[JPJ]

Hello,

I am looking for some info on what and what not to do when installing a head gasket on my motor. As I stated I have a 1992 Pro 60 and i am putting on a new head gasket. I have not done this before so I want to do things right and in the correct order. I have throughly cleaned off the old gasket from the block and the head. I have the new gasket and a torque wrench with the specs. on what lbs. to tighten the bolts to and the sequence.( the sequence I believe is numbered on the head it self). Any tips would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

JPJ

[99yam40]

Check to make sure head and block are not warped.
make sure you torque bolts in steps as the manual calls for and re-torque after running also.

What part of gasket gave you trouble and what caused it to become a problem?

[JPJ]

99Yam40,

I have had issues with overheating so I took the head off to see if my water jackets were clogged. I checked the head and it is not warped,but I found a crack in my block. I am sure this is my problem. I am going to take it to a Guru that welds Aluminum and see if he gives me a fighting chance. I will keep you posted as to what happens.

JPJ