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Originally Posted by middknight1
does anyone have a recommended way to clean the block in prep for the head re-mating? how important is it to have or make some guide pins when setting the head back on?
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3M Scotchbrite wheels that you can chuck into your cordless drill. Comes in a pack of 3, I think I used the medium grit one. It doesn't need to be spotless, clean it up a little bit but don't go crazy. Shoot a little brake cleaner on the mating surface of the head before you drop it on there, it will likely have a coating of oil on it when you get it back. As for guide pins, I cut off the heads of 2 of my old head bolts, then cut a slot into the top so that they can be unscrewed with a screwdriver. Works like a charm and its free. 10 minutes with a hacksaw and you're ready to go.
Make sure when you reinstall the new water pump, lube the o-ring with coolant to keep it from getting pinched or rolled. Also make sure the mating surface on the block is clean and burr free.