Thanks for all the advise, I went ahead and started removing items to pull the head. After reading the responses it sounds like the best approach.
Currently, I am trying to figure out how to remove either the fan or the water pump. I removed the four bolts holding the fan, but it does not want to come loose. I was also able to pull the thermostat housing and upper radiator hose off. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.
Thank again, Chris
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