Hey all, wanted to thank all of you for your help and impute all of the advise is appreciated and helpful as well. I understand the importance of doing the ARP studs now and that it could potentially stop/prevent a head gasket leak particularly this far into the engine. However, not going to replace the TTY bolts.
We would just like to check/confirm that the torque on the head bolts in their current position (without removing the head) are at or near their required torque just for the peace of mind. Anyone know the pattern/sequence and torque required, or a link for that? The idea would be to start at half of the required torque following the required sequence all the way around working our way up in small increments to about ten pounds short and leave it as is. Of course hoping that none of the TTY bolts budge....(wishful thinking) we will see about that later.
A timing belt kit along with a set of 4 etecnos were purchased about six months ago however never installed.
Yesterday the complete set of 16 rockers/lifters, 4 injector kit, intake gasket, turbo inlet hose, and an additional set of 4 etecnos glow plugs were ordered. The previously ordered plugs could possibly be from a bad batch.ID Parts said they would refund the old ones once received (already) shipped their way, and I also have a tracking number meaning the parts are already on the way. The level of service provided to me by ID Parts is extraordinary, and I value their commitment in providing quality parts/service to the Jeep CRD community.
Still cleaning lots of parts, organizing etc... for the reassembly.
Thank you Geordi I will have your number close by in case I get stuck, pretty sure that's expected.
For anyone that is considering undertaking this job, careful consideration must be taken. This is an enormous undertaking, and should not be underestimated. Our mechanical team consist of four adults. Me, my dad, younger brother ( who is the one really doing all the work, poor kid), and my uncle (Master ASE tech). Don't forget this site. Three shade tree mechanic's and a real one.
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