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Overheating. Possible head gasket damage?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by ramireztacoma, Nov 20, 2016.

  1. Nov 20, 2016 at 8:53 AM
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    ramireztacoma

    ramireztacoma [OP] New Member

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    I recently replaced my radiator, thermostat and radiator cap. But after 15 minutes it starts to overheat.
    The oil still seems to be clean but I am guessing I have a damaged head gasket. Any other thoughts?
     
  2. Nov 20, 2016 at 8:57 AM
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    mlcc

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    Make sure you installed the thermostat correctly and burp the air out of the system.
     
  3. Nov 20, 2016 at 12:15 PM
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    DrZ

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    Leakdown test to confirm bad head gasket.
     
  4. Nov 20, 2016 at 12:27 PM
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    eon_blue

    eon_blue If I would, could you

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