1998 Vauxhall Astra head gasket possibly

1998 VAUXHALL ASTRA
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CHRIS B
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1998 Vauxhall Astra Engine Size unknown Wheel Drive Type unknown Manual 47000 miles
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Hi i am the owner of a vauxhall astra 1.6 8v my question is i have always been told that a thick creamy gunk in your oil cap is something to do with the head. Is this true as i have this problem. what would you suggest my next step would be THANKS CHRIS
Jan 27, 2008 at 5:57 AM
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DAVE H
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have the cylinders compression tested .. suspect headgasket on this vehicle
Feb 23, 2009 at 8:32 PM
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