Should I try and do a head gasket repair myself??

jeffstuckinpa · Post by **jeffstuckinpa** » 31 Jul 2019, 08:13

Small oil/coolant leak into the spark plugs...

2005 2.5t awd

Is it worth me attempting??

Thanks

Post by **SuperHerman** » 31 Jul 2019, 13:57

There are plenty of write ups on the process. It is not easy, but not difficult. You need the cam lock tools. Basically you have to take off the upper cam cover, replace the o-rings and then reseal with anaerobic sealant if your problem is only the o-rings between the head and the upper timing cover.

I have one issue - the coolant. Generally it is just oil - I don't understand how coolant is getting in there.

That said, you may have a bad head gasket and leaking oil seals.

I would approach it as a complete head gasket job - have the head machined and pressure tested. Replace the valve stem seals, lap the valves and replace all the seals including the cam shafts.

Post by **RickHaleParker** » 31 Jul 2019, 14:55

Wipe out the oil & coolant then drive it, recheck after. It might just be spillage.