Date: Fri, 04 Apr 2003 10:48:38 +0100 From: Grunff <grunffnopsam.com> Subject: Re: Head gasket failure? - oil and water leaking externally
Andy Hookins wrote: > Is it likely that the head warped when the radiator hose blew? Possibly, but unlikely. > Can I leave it until it gets worse or is this one of those jobs that > is best delt with ASAP? I would - external head gasket leaks aren't very serious. Wait until it's convenient, then change it. > This could be an 'opportunity' to fit a ported head ;-)))) > I have vague recollections that this can be done cheaply using > the head from an NA 2.3 engine which has bigger ports. I > have the 2litre B204 engine. What are my options here? I believe a 2.3l head would fit straight on, but I've never done it. -- Grunff