jagger_snitt

I've searched but haven't found much about the 22RE headgasket replacement. Does anyone have any advice/tips that would help me out.
I've purchase a new head(StreetRV and a new cam) so I'm good there.
Any instruction or tips in removal and installation would be great.
I'll be using the stock Toyota head gasket. Any help would be appreciated.
By the way Ted's Service at Eng
has been beyond awsome,it is phenomenal!

Lifelongtoy

First time gasket replacement, brings back memories. It is pretty straight forward. Lets see, advice...advice.....
1) Mark all your vacuum lines VERY well.
2) If you have a camera take pics.
3) Torque everything to specs.
4) MAKE SURE THAT HEAD AND GASKET SURFACE ARE SPOTLESS.
5) Use some gasket sealer on the head gasket.
6) Make no mistake, getting that gasket absolutley perfect should be your main concern, so take your time when putting the head on.
7) Find a way to categorize all bolts and nuts.
8) Don't try to salvage old gaskets. A complete set is not that expensive and will save you trouble later.
9) Might want to clean any carbon off of cylinders. Actually you should clean everything.
10) I can almost guarantee that after your done you won't want to ever do it again, so if there is anything else you suspect may be old or bad, replace them. Injectors, anything in the block, bent fuel line, whatever...
11) Inspect the timing chain and guides. If they look abraised or scratched, if might be good to replace them.(some others from this site will probably chime in on that) This is a signature flaw in the 22re, the chain will wear through the guides and start eating through th timing cover=bad news.
12) adjust those valves when your done. That put me through a few days of frustration my first time. Won't start otherwise

Ok thats probably enough, good luck.

EWAYota

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116/22re-head-gasket-timing-chain-replacement-pics-88722/

jagger_snitt

That is what I was looking for thanks guys... I'll try to keep you updated.

applesauceman5

Good suggestions above except #5 - never use gasket sealer on a head gasket - they are designed to be used dry. You want the gasket to be able to slip somewhat because of the different expansion rates of the iron block and aluminum head.

Lifelongtoy

I didnt know that, thanks. Damn learning by making mistakes. Hope I dont ever have to pay for that one.

jagger_snitt

Well I've got my StreetRV head and 261c Cam in,The look awsome! I'll try to get some pics up soon.

rdlsz24

Check out this thread before you get it all buttoned back up

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116/22re-head-replacement-lessons-learned-101694/

Rob

maxpower_hd

No one mentioned replacing the head bolts. They should be replaced with brand new ones. They stretch once torqued and are not meant to be re-used.

Intrepid

I have always heard that the 22re head bolts were NOT Torque to yield, so you can reuse them.

slamigo

You can reuse the head bolts on a 22RE.

foot0069

if its not to late clean the threads in the head bolt holes in the block. Run a tap down em then use some cleaner like mineral spirtes to clean the threaeds out then blow or vacuum out the holes. this is ubber important!!!!! The design of the motor lets oil accumulate in the holes around the bolts which cooks over time. This can make the bolts tight in the threads which will give you false tourqe readings. Which could mean your fancy new head might warp!!! If the bolts were tight on the way out you might be cussin soon. This happened to the guy that i bought my truck from thats why i got it so cheap! He never knew what happened plus the head warped so much it bound the cam up when i put it back together. The timing chain had also wiped out the timing gear cover. What a mess! Poor guy said he had just paid 1400 bucks 4 months prior to me buying it to have some shyster shop replace the chain and gears. He did the HG with the aid of his diesal mech buddy and thats when they warped the head.
Jim