I would pull the head, replace the water pump, and look at the cylinders I am going to say that more than likely the bottom end will be fine. Now you may not even need a new cylinder head, I would take it to a machine shop and have them deck the head, so if there is any warpage that it won't be a problem later on down the road. Then replace the head gasket, and put the head back on, install your new water pump, flush the coolant system, replace the thermostat, and pressure test the cooling system. Drive it around and see how she runs, more than likely that is all you will need to do.
Good luck man, sounds like you got a great deal on the Car. |