Cracked engine block

1997 HONDA ODYSSEY
201,150 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RHYTHMTANK
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what are the telltale signs of a cracked block?
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:08 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Leaking oil ?cracked is a terminal event no signs except no go
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:12 PM
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RHYTHMTANK
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It's overheated and blowing white smoke out of the tailpipe.
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:20 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Headgasket failure and possible head warped
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:28 PM
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RHYTHMTANK
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Does that mean I have to replace the engine block?
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:30 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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no remove cylinder head have it checked at machine shop replace gasket. fairly common repair
Apr 4, 2011 at 12:32 PM
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