I ordered a new cylinder head for my 01 XJ from Clearwater, getting the parts list together. Was wondering what other items I should do while I am in there. I plan on doing all new gaskets, new bolts, new plugs, new belt, new thermostat, is there anything else that you guys think I should do. Was thinking of doing a new water pump but not sure. Let me know your thoughts.

 

Replace anything that caused the gasket to go.
I installed ARP head bolts at installation.
Flush your coolant including heater core.
Change your oil & filter.

 

If your water pump is original, I would go ahead and replace it with a Mopar pump while you have it all apart. Check ebay for best price. Might as well do new hoses too. They are very cheap.