I'm about to do a head gasket replacement for my '91 22RE, and though I've done an 8622R head gasket, I've got a lot of projects going on and it might be worth my time to pay somebody to do it instead.

​​​​ Assuming the head is good to go, are there any local mechanics between Seattle and Everett that you all trust to do this work?

Thanks in advance

 

As a former owner of a Subie and a victim of head gaskets leaks get the SIX STAR MLS gaskets and absolutely don't use any other brand. Have the heads resurfaced. I do my own repairs and it was time consuming and not a job to do twice. This if done correctly isn't an inexpensive repair. Call Suburb Subaru service in Lake Forrest park they are very experienced. Put in a new belt, idler and water pump while you at it. .

 

I second getting the block checked for straightness, resurfacing the head. Do the chain as well. Get injectors cleaned maybe.
Check the coolant hoses, replace them, especially the ones hidden under the intake plenum. Do check the valve near the brake booster too.