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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:51 PM
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i havent gotten a nice look at the engine but i was told that its just the head gasket.

i think i am going to go ahead and get it tuesday.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:53 PM
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I would check on the pistons and see if the valves are bent... or if the pistons have marks from valves hitting them.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:55 PM
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alright i will do that before i get it then.

oh and shouldnt i see if the block is cracked too?
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:56 PM
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The block wouldnt be cracked from valves hitting pistons.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:57 PM
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it wouldnt crack from the gasket blowing either?
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 04:59 PM
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Nope.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 05:03 PM
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hmm alright lol. well thanks.

do you think its worth getting for $500?
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 05:04 PM
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Totally.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 05:57 PM
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Post somepics of the car and get some close ups of the pistons and valves if u can.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2008 | 09:33 PM
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A cracked block however could be a reason for a blown head gasket...

But if it was because it wasnt timed right you prolly dont have to worry about that..
 
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