This is on my XJ, I'm replacing the head gasket on the 4.0 liter and had a few questions. Haven't gotten any responses yet on JeepsUnlimited so I thought I would try here...
Got all the parts I think I need, except for the gas line quick-connects.
Problem is that the engine has been sitting for several days and has a light coating of rust on it. Most of it came off yesterday when I cleaned the old gasket off the head. How should I get the rest off?
It's a light surface rust, and is most noticable where the old gasket failed.
Also I've read conflicting information on whether to use any type of gasket sealer on the head gasket. I have the permatex copper spray stuff but aren't sure whether to use it or not.
Thanks...
Keith
Got all the parts I think I need, except for the gas line quick-connects.
Problem is that the engine has been sitting for several days and has a light coating of rust on it. Most of it came off yesterday when I cleaned the old gasket off the head. How should I get the rest off?
It's a light surface rust, and is most noticable where the old gasket failed.
Also I've read conflicting information on whether to use any type of gasket sealer on the head gasket. I have the permatex copper spray stuff but aren't sure whether to use it or not.
Thanks...
Keith