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Old Apr 17, 2026 | 07:17 PM
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Default Possible Head Gasket?
accidentally ripped a hose after replacing it i couldn’t properly bleed it car over heated, drove it about 15 minutes im not a mechanic but i have common knowledge where should i start first im worried the car blew a head gasket or something worse car started but not sure exactly how to bleed the system
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Old Apr 18, 2026 | 05:17 AM
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Possible yes. But start by fixing your leaks and get the system filled. Watch youtube for techniques on bleeding. There are special funnels that attach to the radiator to fill/bleed. Example:
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Old Apr 18, 2026 | 06:14 AM
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What motor do you have ?
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