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How hot till heads/gaskets burn up?

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Old Jul 24, 2007 | 01:14 PM
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How hot till heads/gaskets burn up?

When for a cruise last night and when I got on it I busted a radiator hose. The temp just barely got into red for maybe 20 seconds before I shut it down. Tow cost me $85 . So should I worry about the head gasket?
Old Jul 24, 2007 | 03:25 PM
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Should be OK if it was just a few seconds. Its never a good thing and its like rolling dice
Old Jul 24, 2007 | 06:17 PM
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Thanks for reply. I would think prolonged red line temps would damage but not 20 seconds worth.
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