Recommend parts to replace when doing head gasket

[Izaak805]

Hello I’m currently doing head gasket replacement on my 98 4.6 Gt Convertible but my question is what surrounding components would be recommended to replace and where to maybe locate these parts aswell nothing performance wise just oem or a little better then oem thanks in advance

 

[96blak54]

Replace intake manifold for revised aluminum water crossover manifold, intake gaskets, valley water pipe soft fittings.

EGR gasket and the steel pipe for the egr will be in you way. Most bend it up some to clear manifold removal.

Be looking at some of the manifold bolts around the water/thermostat neck. They get decrepit over time. You may need to replace them