Originally posted by Stu Cool

If you have specific questions, ask away. Hope this helps.
1) Should I be concern with the black carbon or discolored piston tops?

2) I did not want to take the Heads to a machine shop but just clean them up and replace the gaskets. The Heads are really grimy. What is a good way to get them nice and clean? Can I take them to the car wash or is that a dumb idea. I don't have a parts cleaner but is there a spray like brake cleaner that I can use?

3) Is there a brand name of gaskets I should buy that may cost a little more but seal better and or last longer for this type of application?

4) What type of silicone sealant should I use on the intake manifold?

Sorry, I know this is alot of questions and you guy's have already helped a tremendous amount and I really appreciate it. Basically I have it torn apart and now I want to get it back together the right way but on a pretty tight budget.