Just jerked the head to R&R due to leaking gasket on back of the block... we all know the one. Also, pulled the lower timing cover to fix a persistent leak down there on the left front corner (exhaust side).

My water pump is from 2003, should I change it since I am this far in? What about the fan bearing bracket as it is from 2005? Part of me says 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' but my wiser self tells me to replace as access will never be easier.

What would you guys do?

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I'm not a doctor, but I'll have a look.

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