1997 Dodge Ram blown head gasket???

1997 DODGE RAM
186,061 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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STERLINGANDERIN
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we towed someone who kept the foot on their brakes the whole time. the radiator blew a hole... we replaced that, and its starts up, but it sounds like a lawn mower and we had a thick cloud of white smoke coming from the exhaust. we were told it could be a head gasket. any other problems it could be? and about how much should the price be to fix in an auto shop?
Aug 12, 2010 at 2:32 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Head gasket or intake manifold gasket.

Perform a compression test to check head gaskets, if OK, then cooling system pressure test to check the intake.

If head gasket, then you are looking at $1000-$1500.

It is hard to estimate because the head may be warped and you may have to replace the head(s).
Aug 12, 2010 at 2:52 AM
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