2003 Dodge Ram blown head

2003 DODGE RAM
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FREDDY919
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2003 Dodge Ram V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic 135k miles

I have a blown head gasket.I don't know if the engine has a crack in it.is this vehicle worth keeping?
Oct 18, 2010 at 5:54 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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seriously doubt if block itself is cracked although the head will need tested at a machine shop for warpage or cracks. its completely your decision on keeping it or not.. are you repairing yourself or having shop replace gasket?
Oct 18, 2010 at 7:11 PM
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