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hexhamstu

Head Gasket Failure

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hexhamstu

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could it still have failed, i was getting pressurised coolant, smokey exhaust, and over heating. oh and lots of mayonaise.

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Kitch

Warped head?

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hexhamstu

so a head skim should sort it, whack it all back together and i should be good to go? i cant seem to find a metal ruler about my garage, so havent really got a decent straight edge to test it agaisnt. i'll head down the shops and buy one i guess.

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Kitch

I'd get it pressure tested for cracks etc, and yeah check to see if it needs skimming.

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sorr

If you have the head off I would get it checked by a machine shop and polished or skimmed as required regardless of if the ruler test looks OK.

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mattmk1

as mentioned it may be a crack in the block, head or the liner, Your best bet is to clean them up and have a good look.

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hexhamstu

whats best for cleaning them up? should i be taking the liners out?

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