You'll prolly need a engine hoist to lift the head off the block, its gonna be stuck. I used a engine hoist when i did my M110 head and it made life so much easier.

Also here is another tip for re-installation that i didnt think about in the PM.

I took 5 or 6 of the old head bolts and used air tool to cut the heads off the bolts. I also cut slots in the top for a screwdriver. I screwed them into the block and used them as guides when i went to lower the head back down on the block. Those were a HUGE help.

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1985 300TD Turbo Euro-wagon
1979 280CE 225,200 miles
1985 300D Turbo 264,000 miles
1976 240D 190,000 miles
1979 300TD 220,000

GONE but not forgotten
1976 300D 195,300 miles
1983 300D Turbo 175,000 miles

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