2003 Dodge Ram broke cylinders

2003 DODGE RAM
125,500 MILES
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JOSHDONAL9061
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i was told by a mechanic that i had to broke cylinders and it couldnt be fixed, is this true? im not sure if i need to replace the engine or the heads. just trying to get a second opinion...........................................................................
Aug 13, 2013 at 3:40 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Greetings,

If the cylinders are cracked then you will need a new engine block, not a new head. There is no way to fix a cylinder crack. Even the slightest crack will cause the engine to misbehave.
Aug 13, 2013 at 11:58 PM