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coolant overflow...sometimes

Discussion in 'Toyota Trucks & SUVs' started by Truck and run, Sep 30, 2019.

  1. Sep 30, 2019 at 6:12 AM
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    Truck and run

    Truck and run [OP] New Member

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    Short version:
    -random overheating every 5 months=take it to a shop
    -magic water test by 2 mechanics that say blown head gasket (no other assessment)=quote of $2000-3000 repair
    -used Blue Devil Head Gasket sealer
    -took the third mechanic=compression test on all 6 cylinders look good 180-190
    -sometimes coolant overflow reservoir is way above full or spilling out, next day it's right at the full line
    -So, WTF does this mean and what do I do?
     
  2. Sep 30, 2019 at 6:21 AM
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    honda50r

    honda50r Not a Mallcrawler

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  3. Sep 30, 2019 at 7:41 AM
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    Truck and run

    Truck and run [OP] New Member

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    150K miles. SO even with good compression, it's blown but perhaps not badly?
    What's the harm in keeping eyes on the coolant and just keep driving it?
     

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