Head gusket how to replace head gasket and how to set the timing belt

Buy a head set. It should come with all the gaskets you need. If it has a timing belt I would replace it as well. If the water pump is run by the timing belt it should be replaced at the same time.

youve over heated the engine -and may have cracked the head or warped it -suggest you take to a ford mechanic a.s.a.p -an oil change wont solve the problem ,a new replacement head and new gasket etc.at the worst or may get away with just maching the head if its not cracked then with new gasket you could be lucky -talk to mechanic

Something went wrong, did they reuse the timing belt,when a vehicle over heats and blows the head gasket the timing belt gets fatique.Who ever replaced they should be responsible for it, just work it out with them ,They have to warranty the labor,They did not inspect the part just threw it on.

with great difficultry, It is verry time consuming end verry costly to have it (Replaced)

There is no set mileage to change a head gasket. You only replace the gasket if you have a problem with it. Change the timing belt as outlined in your owners manual. If you do not have an owner's manual, then call your local Land Rover dealer for the correct mileage to change the belt.

Did you recheck the engine valve timing (Timing Belt) after you finished? If so check it again. Timing has to be set on #1 top dead center. You probably know this if you did the head gasket.

It may cost you $500 to $800, depending where and how your car has to be fixed.
Replacing a cylinder head gasket is a miss or a hit. In some cases, just replacing the gasket may work. But if the cylinder head is bent, dealer may ask to replace it, because "machined aluminum heads rarely works". In this case the cost may be more than $1000. It is a good idea to send the cylinder head for inspection, in a machine shop. They charge $150 for inspecting, checking, cleaning and if necessary machining the head.
If the timing belt will be replaced this is an extra cost. If someone will just replace the gasket, on a bent cylinder head, it is more likely to blow out again. This problem can be solved if the gasket be replaced properly, checking and taking care for the cylinder head too. I can't do it from the internet. If you decide to do it by yourself, or by someone who can help you, then Haynes Repair Manual on line for $20 is a must, and some tools for $100.
With help you can do it during a week end. One day to dismantle, and another day to put things back. Be patient and pay attention to details.
Everything is in the manual. If you will replace the timing belt too, and i encourage you to do it, there is only one thing missing in the manual, and i will tell you.
To put on the timing belt, align marks, mount first the belt around the crank pulley, and after to the overhead cam. Rotate fully the belt two times (drive selector in NEUTRAL), and check the timing marks. You will be one tooth off. The reason is the belt tensioner. Remove the belt, move the off timing pulley one tooth in opposite direction and install the belt. You have to repeat this procedure till after two full rotation of the belt, the MARKS ALIGN. Good Luck.

Sounds like the timing is 180 degrees out. You would have to unhook the belt and turn the crank 360 degrees and put the belt back on. I hope this helps!

If you replace your head gasket, you'll have to replace your timing belt too...

NEVER re-use an used timing belt!

Water in oil, can be a sign of worn head gasket, yes!

Before one would even think of replacing a head gasket, TOOLS become a main issue hear. You'll need a torque wrench which does not come cheaply. You'll need a complete set of metric and aAmerican sockets and a ratchet handle. You also need to know the exact order in which to retorque the headbolts. Considering that the vehicle is at least 15 years old you'll probably need a torch set for the exhaust manifold bolts. Have I sparked some fear here yet? Then comes timing with the belt. If you've never done a timing belt, it's time to bow down to your local mechanic. It will run in the area of $400.00-$800.00 to leave a little wiggle room. Thanks, Dana