what is the exact name of the tool used to remove the head from the block??

 

socket wrench with an allen head on it?

 

I like to use a Plasma torch personally... but I've seen other people use oxy-acetalene torches, machetes, fork lifts. Be creative.

Martin

 

oh god wheres the negative rep button when you need it......

found the positive rep button though

 

go get yourself one of these bad boys,and shove it between the head and block and pry away, it will come off.

 

sledgehammer.

 

any chance you know what size allen key/head?

 

on the SR its a 10mm. I suggest buying an allen socket instead of the normal L shaped allen keys or T handled ones. I picked up a set of Craftsman metric allen sockets for $30 and they are on sale quite often for $20. Get a 1/2" breaker bar, 1/2"->3/8" adapter, 3" 3/8" extension bar, and the 10mm Allen socket. Make sure the socket is seated firmly and is perpendicular to the head bolt and put your back into it. Its easier if the engine is in the car, but if its on the stand make sure you can brace the stand from moving while breaking the bolts loose.

 

hahah when i was removing a head from a toyota motor i had, i used an L shaped allen key, then hit the end with a baseball bat. it seemed to break lose. i didnt give a crap about the motor though.

 

thanks man reped