Head Gasket gone, how much longer can I drive
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Head Gasket gone, how much longer can I drive
My mechanic said that my 88 4runners 22RE's headgasket needs to be replaced. I dont have the funding for it right now and still need to drive to work, is it safe to drive it? Or should I fix it asap? Any help appreciated.
Sorry if this is a very basic question, Im new to this.
Thanks
Sorry if this is a very basic question, Im new to this.
Thanks
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if water gets into your cylinder and the cylinder compresses the water has to do somewhere. If it doesnt squirt out the head gasket hole, it will not compress, ruining the valves. Water is not a lubricant, it will get into things that need oil, they will get hot, build up friction and stop moving, your engine bearings could lock.
thats one of those things that you ought to fix.
thats one of those things that you ought to fix.
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Originally Posted by Azi
Ok, what will happen if I keep it running? Right now the engine light comes on and sometimes it shuts down when changing gears.
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