After having the gaskets replaced, it coughed and will not start

2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
3.8L • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KIM AMACK
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Had upper and lower intake manifold gaskets replaced. A couple days later it coughed, won't start and radiator hose collapsed.
Apr 5, 2022 at 3:19 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi again Kim,

Thanks for getting a new post started. I just responded to the other post so if we can check out the radiator for a restriction and then the radiator cap as well, or just replace it as I stated in the other post.

Also, here is the guide for the head gasket if the engine will not restart:

I doubt this is related to the manifold gaskets, but we need to start checking out the info we have and see where it leads.

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

Please try to respond to this post as it is best that we have a new one started for this issue as I suspect it will not be related to the other one.

Thanks
Apr 6, 2022 at 7:20 AM
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