Headgasket?????
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From: Roberta, GA
Headgasket?????
I haven't been on in a while was in S.C. getting the house ready for the move. I checked the coolant on the way back and noticed it was about 1-1.5 gallon low, I have coolant seeping pretty well from the head gasket on the passengers side, even drips when shut off. Can the gasket be replaced with the engine in the truck? Any other temporary solutions? Anyone changed these before? How long it take? 
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From: Parker, CO
You're going to have a really hard time pulling the head off the passenger's side with the engine still in, but it can be done. Just not as much room on that side when compared to the driver's side.
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Thanks Pocket, I did a search on here and found some old threads. I found out the block has a crack about mid block about 2" long on the pass side, so I am not certain its the headgasket. I am going to try some highly recommended diesel block/head sealer sealer thru it to see if it can slow it down or stop it for now, once I get done moving and get some time I will be pulling it out for a Cummins Upgrade!
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From: Parker, CO
Thanks Pocket, I did a search on here and found some old threads. I found out the block has a crack about mid block about 2" long on the pass side, so I am not certain its the headgasket. I am going to try some highly recommended diesel block/head sealer sealer thru it to see if it can slow it down or stop it for now, once I get done moving and get some time I will be pulling it out for a Cummins Upgrade!
