Disco 2 Got the head off, what else should I be doing/chekcing while we're in there?

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Naf623

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Cam shaft looks in good condition.

There seems to be some sort of coolant leak around the inlet; what should I look for to see if I should replace the whole flange?

Garage suggested replacing what I think they said was the chain tensioner; but from what ive looked up the thing they showed me was just the tensioner bolt, so I'm a little confused on that.

Any other suggestions?
 
I think you'll find there is a core plug somewhere under the manifold, but then I could be wrong.
See this thread esp, second post.
 
Stanleysteamer said:
I think you'll find there is a core plug somewhere under the manifold, but then I could be wrong.
See this thread esp, second post.
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Did you intend to include a link?

Stanleysteamer said:
Did you sort out that problem with the stud and the stud hole with the snapped off doodaa in the hole?
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The head is over with a guy who specialises in refurbishing heads. Assures me he can get it all spick & span for me again.
 
The chain tensioner does look a bit like a bolt.
bolt tension.jpg
 
The garage probably meant the timing chain guides which are nylon and prone to breaking. I would also check the screw in core plug behind the exhaust manifold if you've took the manifold off as this is also prone to leaking. It is actually a screw in plug with sealant on it that dries up then leaks. The default repair appear to be to put a new plug in which comes pre-coated in the sealant but I just unscrewed mine and wrapped PTFE round the threads and screwed it back in.
 
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