Chevy S-10 blown head gasket

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DOCHAGERTY
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My truck popped the head/head gasket. 2000 S-10 2.2L Is this common? Should I fix or replace truck? I am on the fence and I request a push please. Dr. Hagerty
Aug 26, 2010 at 2:45 PM
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i had over 200,000 miles on my last s10 i had, 96 model 2.2L , never had a head issue. good lil work truck if you ask me
Aug 27, 2010 at 1:00 AM
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I only replaced a couple,not real common.putting a head gasket on these arent that bad.I would just replace the gasket and check the head with a straight edge for warpage.
Aug 27, 2010 at 1:14 AM
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Sit on the fence with a bottle of Bundy, (Aussie dark rum) polish it off and you are sure to fall one way or the other,

mark in Aust.....
Aug 27, 2010 at 2:10 AM
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Here in Malaysia because of corruption, the quality of the fence is suspect. Don't be surprised if the fence gives way.
Aug 27, 2010 at 4:08 PM
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There a comedian in the group
Aug 27, 2010 at 5:52 PM
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Well, I fixed the problem, it was plugged up steam holes in the head gasket. Mechanics dont maitain their own vehicles, so it was my bad. Truck back on the road again, happy happy joy joy
Sep 2, 2010 at 3:59 PM
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did you load the fence in the back? Can't leave anything lying around, EPA will get you!
Sep 4, 2010 at 4:03 PM
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Drop the fence over here, i need more fire wood.

Mark cold & wet in soggy aussie land.
Sep 5, 2010 at 8:03 AM
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