2004 Dodge Ram 1500 OVERHEATING!!!
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06-16-2020, 07:17 PM
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06-16-2020, 07:20 PM
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06-20-2020, 06:56 AM
Ok. I think my next step would be to check for combustion gases in the antifreeze......which would indicate a head gasket failure or cracked cylinder head. Not sure if there are test kits you can buy in your area or you may have to visit a rad shop. When cold you could try removing gas cap with engine running check for unnecessary bubbles. This isn't always a good trustworthy test tho.
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06-20-2020, 07:10 AM
You can also check for head gasket failure by running the engine with the radiator cap off. If the coolant is bubbling at the cap then you have a head/head gasket problem.
Pull some plugs and see if you can isolate location.
I think you know that you shouldn't drive the truck if there is gas in the oil. The oil is no longer a lubricant.
Pull some plugs and see if you can isolate location.
I think you know that you shouldn't drive the truck if there is gas in the oil. The oil is no longer a lubricant.
Last edited by jrsick; 06-20-2020 at 07:13 AM.