[thom]

I tried starting the engine but it wouldn't start. I guess it blew the gasket when the head cracked? There is no sign of coolant in the oil or on the plugs, that my eyes can see. I have broken the seal enough that I can feel & hear compression leaking out of the driver's side. I have the replacement head and have cleaned it, and have a new Fel-Pro gasket. I sprayed Deep-Creep penetrant around the studs. Someone suggested a scissor Jack between the timing cover and the water pump. I might try that next.