Whats the best source for a replacement cylinder head?

IDparts has a new VM head for $1760.

MoparOne.com has a reman head for $1300.

Ebay seller dp.automotive.ltd in the UK has a used one for about $600 plus $100 shipping.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/JEEP-CHEROKEE-2 ... 33a1324c89

what do you guys recommend?

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U.S. Army Retired

I always prefer getting new items, even though many times remaned worked fine. I'd get new as long as you plan on keeping the jeep at least 5 more years. Another alternative is to get the cheapest, keep the jeep for a bit more and then sell it.

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2005 kj CRD, samco, suncoast tc, provent, Kennedy lift pump, GDE ECO full torque, 2nd gen filter head, 245/70/16 a/t tires, mopar light bar, fumoto oil valve, OEM Skid Plates, ARB Front bumper and HD OME, tru cool LPD47391 40k GVW tranny cooler (stock cooler delete), FF Dynamics e-fan and shroud, rocker arms replaced, HDS2 190F thermostat.

hi
I bought mine from ebay.co.uk complete with cover for $200.00 used they are used on chyrsler 2.8 crd voyager and ldv 2.5 crd vans
quick lap in of valves new seals total cost with shipping $340.00 now has 12,000 miles on it if not in a hurry check it out

Got a slightly used one at VW specialists for about $500, what is the difference if i put a slightly used head on a used engine? Lets see $800 to $1300 still in my pockets makes it all worth while.

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20 year owner of Libby CRD!
2006 LTD Bright Silver loaded with all the needed mods, CCV intact.
Equipped with HDS thermostat, plenty of heat, faster warm-ups, increased fuel mileage.

Are all VM 2.8 cylinder heads the same?
Do different casting numbers mean anything?

Mine is 90352046F. But I have seen some with 90352040F.

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Have you confirmed that your was indeed cracked? The sealant you mentioned has me wondering if the head gasket didn't seal. Might be worth taking it to a different machine shop to have it tested.

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2005 Liberty CRD Limited
DIY Garage Remanufactured Engine with GDE Full Torque Eco Tune from mile zero.
ARP Studs
Cummins Lift Pump
Transgo HD2 Reprogramming Kit
DIY Rebuilt Tranny Pump
Suncoast Torque Converter
2nd Generation Fuel Head
Sears P1 Battery
Hot Diesel Solutions Thermostat

I pressure tested the cooling system with the camshafts removed and all valves closed.
Water came dripping out two of the exhaust ports.
To me, thats a clear indication of cracks around the exhaust valve area.
Unless you know of another possibility?

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U.S. Army Retired