Having a VR head change. Thoughts on parts to change? ? ?

[8vMatt 1]

Hi guys

 

In a month or so hopefully, my engine will be stripped down for fitment of my new head and timing chains/tensioners. Ordered a new head gasket, got ARP bolts, got the various mani gasket's and a heatsoak gasket. Got new oil and G12++ coolant just in case.

 

Been told I should look at a new water pump (as the engine is stripped down and accessible), thats ordered. Would I need anything else in this area? Belts? Part numbers would really help as well.

 

Also been told about needing a Crank Seal? Don't know about this side of things. Any help is very welcome.

 

Do I need any other parts whilst this is going on with the engine? Hope there isn't much else as this is costing enough! Urgh! ! !

 

Thanks in advance for any advice given, appreciate it all.

 

Matt.

[Toad 0]

Main crank seal on the flywheel end should be fitted as part of the chains being done. It's about £60 though. Water pump is good to get done and out the way. Swap the thermostat, housing and crack pipe while you're in there.

[Chris Langdon 0]

Matt, i would also agree with toad, and remember if you have the gearbox out see what clutch condition is like!!! this is somethink to bear in mind

 

regards

 

Chris

[8vMatt 1]

Cheers for the ideas fella's. I've done the thermostat and housing, not too worried about the crack pipe as that could be changed with the engine in place at a later date.

 

Chris- I'm very sure that the clutch was changed when Steveo had the manual conversion done, about 2 years ago and 10k miles. Not worried about that bit for now.

 

Would anyone recommend any belts be changed? I'm looking for this engine to be a good one for years to come.

[8vMatt 1]

Just a quick bump for this one guys. Been talking to TPS and they have a couple of parts listed for the crank seal, is it poss to get any part no's off people for which one I need?

 

And anything else whilst the engine is apart?

 

Many thanks.

[bananawhip 0]

When I had my chains and clutch done I seriously regretted not popping in a lightweight flywheel when I had the chance, just a thought