Engine block leak down test

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by Dave2001S

Thanks, I'll look into them. Any experience with them, or with a 'repaired' cylinder head? Seems strange that a cracked head could be adequately repaired to stand a reasonable test of time.

Yes used them several times, they are close to my shop. To repair cracked aluminum you basically machine away the damaged area & replace with aluminum welding. Done properly this makes it stronger than new.

[Dave2001S]

Can anyone advise me where I can go to get a replacement cylinder head for the 2001 S 3.2L? It appears the machine shop is saying the head isn't repairable

[Dave2001S]

Here is a pic of the crack in my 1-3.