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Old 02-28-2017, 04:32 PM   #12
skizzik
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Re: Seeking advice - rebuilt engine failed within 1,000 miles

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I'll check the thermostat and post the results. I'm gonna be so pissed if that caused the problem...
I tested the thermostat and it seems fine. Physically it looks fine, and it opened in boiling water and closed in closed water pretty quickly.

Anyone else know what could cause a recently rebuilt engine to overheat and need a new head gasket if the coolant level, oil level, and thermostat were fine?

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