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Burning Coolant - Blown head gasket?

Old May 3, 2003 | 02:42 PM
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Burning Coolant - Blown head gasket?

Hey guys. My car has been over heating the past 2 days. It boiled over, so I refilled it. Then I drove it home, and the temp hit about 250. I popped the hood, and opened the over flow cap. And what looked like steam, turned out to be smoke. Just a little bit, but still smoke. Does this mean I have blow a head gasket? Thanks guys. Noah

P.S. I did a search on all of this, and a blown head gasket is what I am guessing it is. Can you guys confirm this? Thanks. Noah
Old May 3, 2003 | 03:07 PM
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If you dont see any obvious leaks,yes the head gaskets.Put your hand in front of the exhaust with it running.You will see,smell antifreeze.
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