Head problems

[Robo]

Thanks for the replies to last query! Why do these engines have problems with cylinder heads? Is it a design fault or is it just down to poor maintenance? Could I buy a well looked after Surf and still have engine problems? I can't really afford to be thinking about replacing things like cylinder heads, but would like to give one of these motors a try.

[Fish]

NO. The problems always seem to come due to coolant problems.

Drain and flush the coolant system thourghly several times, fill with corectly mixed coolant. Keep a constant eye on the temp and dont run the beast hot.
The head on the 2.4 only seems to cause a problem with heat build-up, prevent the possibility of any heat, and they are indestructible.


Fish