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Feb 3, 2001 | 09:44 PM

1976

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Hey everyone. I have a problem with my ford f-150. It has a 390 with 4bbl and c-6 tranny. The other day I found some real thick mucky oil in my radiator. I know that isnt a good thing but what could be causing it? If the motor is bad, should I replace with another 390 or go with something different. I want to use it as my daily driver again, but I drive about 55 miles round trip to work. what kind of set up would make the old girl a little more economical. The power is nice and fun but I would trade it for better mileage. thanks in advance.

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Feb 3, 2001 | 09:50 PM

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Just click on the "search" icon, then search under the keywords OIL IN ANTIFREEZE in this forum one year back, there is a complete thread on this topic.

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Feb 3, 2001 | 10:13 PM

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Sounds like a possible cracked block or leaky head gasket or intake.

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Feb 23, 2002 | 08:16 PM

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Feb 23, 2002 | 08:27 PM

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I had the same problem with my 1977 ford f250 w/c-6. Ran it from Cleveland to Louisville and had oily crap in radiator. Changed the radiator and problem solved.