Separating the head from the block on a YM3110d to replace a head gasket

[kenmac]

sounds just like mine

 

[PILOON]

Hit the starter and the compression should pop that head off.

 

[WYdirt]

Awesome, Sounds good! Looking forward to the how to post! +1 on re-check valve adjustment after a while.

 

[California]

Not a bad idea to re-torque the head bolts while the valve cover is off, too.

 

[Neat 1500]

Not a bad idea to re-torque the head bolts while the valve cover is off, too.

Then re-check valve clearances..

 

[DieselBound]

Hit the starter and the compression should pop that head off.

"Here, hold my beer..." :laughing:

 

[clemsonfor]

I would hope if one did that they would have several bolts in and just barely back them out from snug. Not loose so it shoots off like firing and anvil off!

 

[DieselBound]

I'm still picturing a Wile E. Coyote moment