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Old 11-29-2006, 11:52 PM   #1
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White foam in radiator

I get milky white foam in my radiator, but it is not over heating. What could be the problem? I am worried but not too worried because I am not overheating, I have tried different gauges and an aftermarket one and a meat thermometer! They all read the same 140 degrees.
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Old 11-30-2006, 12:15 AM   #2
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Re: White foam in radiator

Possible head gasket leak.
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Old 11-30-2006, 03:25 PM   #3
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Re: White foam in radiator

yea head gasket is leaking might want to change them just incase before they get worst
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Old 11-30-2006, 07:30 PM   #4
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Head gasket/ cracked head/block.
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Old 11-30-2006, 08:41 PM   #5
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Re: White foam in radiator

Yeppers, head gasket
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