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M4050 Head Gasket

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wrd1981
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2008-04-21          153151


6 Cyn.
Any est. on replacing Head Gasket




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auerbach
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2008-04-21          153153


Too many variables to estimate, except the gasket might come in around $100+ and at least an hour to take it apart and the same to assemble, so that's around $300 minimum plus replacement fluids. But what's there? Warped head? Pitted block surface? Old gasket that won't come off? Want all new head bolts? Will you take the hood off and deliver the tractor to the shop? ....


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wrd1981
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Thanks
It was the assembly-reassembly I didn't know.
I can take apart hood
Already have fluids/filters to replace ....


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auerbach
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2008-04-21          153156


If you want to do it yourself, the many actions involved are each quite simple individually if you have a service or engine manual and the tools, and don't lose or mix up anything. You could have an engine mechanic check it before you put it back together. The first time, expect to take three times as long as a pro. ....


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