Head gasket

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(Symptoms of a blown head gasket)
(Reasons why head gaskets fail)
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*Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat.
 
*Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat.
 
*Engine pre-ignition or detonation.
 
*Engine pre-ignition or detonation.
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*Improperly torqued cylinder head.
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*Faulty cylinder head bolts.
 
*Some blocks are more prone to head gasket failure, because the bolt positioning applies uneven pressure
 
*Some blocks are more prone to head gasket failure, because the bolt positioning applies uneven pressure
  

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