Thanks for the help. I already have a Haynes manual... it's the first "mod" I get after buying a car. Absolutely invaluable.

So it looks like the head gasket set is the way to go... that along with the head bolts should be about it as far as parts. I'll start tackling this next week when I get back from a business trip. Please let me know if you have any advice before then!

And wish me luck!


98 Contour GL (Champagne)
Zetec / ATX
Mods: Blown head gasket