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Overheating

Tiny
RODEO2005
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  • 2005 HOLDEN RODEO
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Yesterday, I had problem with overheating, noticed it was leaking out of top of radiator. Replaced radiator and thermostat today(both new). However it is still overheating, top hose is hot and bottom hose is cold. Strange nose coming from motor and overflow bottle is bubbling.

Please help
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Thursday, November 7th, 2013 AT 8:21 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

It sounds like it has a blown head gasket. Here is a guide to confirm the issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers
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Friday, November 8th, 2013 AT 1:31 AM
Tiny
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Yep I did the test and you are right it is a blown head gasket. Thanks for your help it will cost me 1400.00 to have it fixed boo.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2013 AT 1:01 AM
Tiny
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Always good to get a few quotes first, the main thing is that you know where you are going now, thank you for using 2carpros, come back any time and tell your friends about our service.
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