looks like i have oil in the radiator

1996 FORD MUSTANG
171,000 MILES
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went and got oil change and radiator fluid exchange at sears. old fluids looked murky before and now 30 miles later was getting hot! no check engine lite on yet!
Aug 28, 2011 at 5:50 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Have it block and pressure tested to find out more what's going on
Aug 28, 2011 at 5:55 PM
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TRANNY COOLER BUSTED IN RADIATOR?

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Aug 28, 2011 at 6:48 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Hello SGT -let me know if its engine oil or tranny fluid
Aug 28, 2011 at 6:50 PM
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thank guys! i will find out tomarrow! im wondering if i should just get a used engine?
Aug 28, 2011 at 7:39 PM
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