Lower intake manifold gasket is leaking

Tiny
LAJONES1062
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  • 2001 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 139,000 MILES
My thermostat has been going all over the place and I took it in to get the coolant system flushed only to discover the lower intake manifold gasket is leaking. The mechanic said I did have a few weeks "at most" but suggested this may be the time I decide rather I'm going to keep sinking money into this car, or start thinking about replacing it. It's been a good car but the last two years repairs are getting pricier and while just getting this problem repaired wouldn't be so bad, from what I'm reading - this could be the beginning of some more serious problems with the entire cooling system as well as the engine. I know trading or keeping is my own personal choice - I guess I'm just asking for opinions here.
Thursday, April 16th, 2015 AT 10:02 AM

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Tiny
HMAC300
  • MECHANIC
  • 48,601 POSTS
These vehicles were well known for intake leaks and head gasket leaks. It really depends on your situation. The vehicle is 14 yrs old and age makes thing break your mechanic has given you good advice. So it' s up to you. The biggest thing you have to think of financially is can you afford the cost of a payment and up grade of insurance cost.
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Thursday, April 16th, 2015 AT 10:24 AM

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