Overheating

2005 HOLDEN RODEO
240,000 MILES
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RODEO2005
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Yesterday, I had problem with overheating, noticed it was leaking out of top of radiator. Replaced radiator and thermostat today(both new). However it is still overheating, top hose is hot and bottom hose is cold. Strange nose coming from motor and overflow bottle is bubbling.

Please help
Nov 7, 2013 at 8:21 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hello,

It sounds like it has a blown head gasket. Here is a guide to confirm the issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers
Nov 8, 2013 at 1:31 AM
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RODEO2005
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Yep I did the test and you are right it is a blown head gasket. Thanks for your help it will cost me 1400.00 to have it fixed boo.

Nov 9, 2013 at 1:01 AM
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Always good to get a few quotes first, the main thing is that you know where you are going now, thank you for using 2carpros, come back any time and tell your friends about our service.
Apr 4, 2018 at 3:31 PM