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Old 02-26-2009, 03:00 PM
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Default Off topic Engine/Head question (Van)

I have a 2000 Chevy Venture and it appears I have a head gasket issue. The symptoms all follow what other sites say with the floating needle from normal to red and no heat from the heater. I have already replaced the thermostat and intake manifold gaskets. KICKING myself for not doing the head gaskets at the same time...would have saved me a few hundred bucks at least.

HERE is my question...should I just AUTOMATICALLY send the heads off to be tested...or if they look good and not warped not worry about it?
 
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If you are replacing the head gaskets, it pays to have the heads at least checked for flatness while they are off.
 
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If you don't have the time or money to do it right the first time, where will you find the time and money to re-do it the next time?
 
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