1997 Ford Explorer Major oil leak!

165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TSJEEPSTER
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I had the head gasket and the head replaced about 4 months ago by my mechanic. I started hearing an engine noise last week so I checked the oil. It was 1 1/2 qt. low. I filled, worried and went about my business. Took a 300 mile trip yesterday and coming back noticed the oil pressure gauge was down considerably. Stopped and checked the oil. It was almost empty! Am I wrong in thinking that the head gasket is blown again? It has not had the power it used to since I got it back from the shop.
Sep 1, 2010 at 8:09 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Is there any evidence that the oil is leaking from any one point? And yes, it could be a leaking headgasket.
Sep 2, 2010 at 12:13 AM
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