Date: Fri, 20 Nov 1998 20:05:48 -0500 From: "Dave Katz" <DAVEKATZnopsamigy.net> Subject: Re: White Smoke on Start
Generally, white smoke indicates a head gasket problem: coolant in the cylinder. Or a new pope. As JP is still alive, first retorque the cylinder head. If that doesn't fix it, replace the head gasket. Fix it soon, before your rings deteriorate. Dave thomashi wrote in message <734r3j$gkt$1nopsam1.exit109.com>... >When I start my '87 turbo, I have white smoke after starting while idling. >Smoke is heavier when I press the accelerator. After I drive around a >little, no smoke while idling. > >What is this a sign of? > >Tom > >