I just got a new head from engnbldr to replace my old one that appears to be slightly warped (went through 2 head gaskets in 1 year). Anyway, I have the new head put together and when I set it on the block it appears to be hanging up (not seating fully) on the alignment pins in the block. The holes look to be the same size as the holes in the original head but I can find anything esle that is hanging up. The head is sitting about 3/16" off the block and rocks side to side slightly. Has anyone else run into a problem like this before? Anyone got any ideas about anything else it might be?
Truck is a '90 4runner with a 22re.

Have you talked to engnbldr about it? That is what I would do first before aything else!!!

Yes, he said to that the pins may be sticking up too far and that I should hit them with a hammer to bring them down a bit. I am concerned that it I hammer them down so that the head will go on they will only be sticking out 3/16" above the block. What do you guys think about this? And no the block is not warped!

i had the same problem. he said it's a tight fit and a little force is ok. a few wacks with a hammer and a 2x4 and it seated perfect. also, the pins don't have to stick out a long ways. as long as they go into the head, they are doing their job.

COOL! Thats what I needed to hear. I will give it a try and let everyone know.

COOL! Thats what I needed to hear. I will give it a try and let everyone know.
I sent a PM your way with a few questions.