Posted by Bob on October 07, 1999 at 09:29:57:
In Reply to: Re: Head Gasket - Watch out! posted by Bruce Clarke on October 05, 1999 at 18:44:59:
The main reason that she was sent back to the main dealer
is the problem (we had another thread about it long ago)
where the motor suddenly starts missing by half-gas and dies when you stop.
This is independent of weather and driving style!
I've had it happen after 3 minutes from cold, after 30 Km between 50 and 80 Km/h
and after 30 Km Motorway (~100 to 110 Km/h)
They couldn't cure this either, because it has never happened to a mechanic!
I just happens from time to time.
About the head/foot connection: I presumed that the bolts went straight through the whole block.
Wrong again! I live and learn.
Bob