1989 Other Opel Models Bubbles and smoke

1989 OPEL
310,685 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TIMAGAL
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Hi!

My old Opel Omega started to smoke a bit today.

When I went to check the dipstick it had bubbles on it.

The weather here has been quite damp.

Could it be that some condensed water got trapped in the engine or shall I expect something more serious?

Thank you for your time and help.
Dec 20, 2008 at 2:37 PM
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DAVE H
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have the cylinders compression tested and the cooling system pressure tested !!
May 8, 2009 at 4:43 AM
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