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Cracked engine block

Tiny
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  • 1997 HONDA ODYSSEY
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 201,150 MILES
What are the telltale signs of a cracked block?
Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:08 PM

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Tiny
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Leaking oil?Cracked is a terminal event no signs except no go
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Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:12 PM
Tiny
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It's overheated and blowing white smoke out of the tailpipe.
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Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:20 PM
Tiny
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Headgasket failure and possible head warped
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Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:28 PM
Tiny
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Does that mean I have to replace the engine block?
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Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:30 PM
Tiny
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No remove cylinder head have it checked at machine shop replace gasket. Fairly common repair
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Monday, April 4th, 2011 AT 7:32 PM

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