Originally Posted by hanky

Did you have the cam gear and crank gear marks in the right place when installing the timing belt ?

Critical to have correct marks in the correct place when installing the timing belt.

Should have replaced the belt at this time, yes/ no ?
Did this engine overheat at any time ?

Originally Posted by hanky

Why did you need to replace the head gasket ?

Originally Posted by Nik

the lower end locking pin was in place and the camshaft plate was in place. the belt has been replaced