i may have been harsh towards the magnificent K-series motor in previous posts, but would like to make it clear that head gaskets dont just fail for no apparant reason, true enough it doesnt take much to see them boil, but like all things head gasket failure happens for a reason. just to put peoples minds at rest providing your cooling system is in good condition, your fan is cutting in and out correctly, there are no blockages, the thermostat is working, you dont drive like a boy racer, etc etc etc then theoretically theres no reason why you should experience head gasket failure. for every car that breaks down, there is another one that just keeps going.
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20 years ago