StevenR

Here's the deal:

86 4wd 22R PU 186XXX miles

Overheated real bad, changed thermostat, checked waterpump, and got new radiator.

Was holding temp great, but was missing. While running, started pulling wires to see which cylinder was missing (not sure number, but closest to firewall). Get new plugs and see that the one in question was full of carbon build-up and wet. Turn it over and still missing. Pull wire and it's gettin arc, so wire's good. Pull plug and turn over and EXPLOSION of water/collant through plug socket.

Sooooo.... Whadoya think? Blown head gasket or cracked head? Either way it sucks real bad. I am not going to do the work myself, I just don't have the time or the right tools and experience for the timing chain, but what can I expect from a mechanic? Also while we're in there any suggestions for a new cam to get a little more performance out of this engine.

Thanks for any help/input,
-Steven