I have been lurking on this forum for quite sometime and have to admit, that I am usually on this site almost daily.

I just want to thank everyone for all the knowledge you have shared on this forum.

All this information came in handy when my V6 raider blew head gasket 3 weeks ago.

From updated torque specs, step by step, stem seal and lash adjusters, timing belt, I was able to disassemble, change all gaskets, reassemble and start the raider without problems.

I changed all the gaskets from the head up, head bolts timing belt, tensioner, spring, waterpump, thermostat, updated the crank pulley bolt, and washer, spark plugs, wires, lash adjusters, stem seals, and valves, all the hoses, and small things I forgot.

Yes it did take me longer, about 40 hours(I have never done this ever, and was very nervous that I might blow it up) I was really proud that I was able to accomplish it from start to finish.

At 254,902, the Raider aka miss-a-bitchy is running great.

Thank you all again.