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If you only went a short distance and then the symptoms appeared, then I would bet on the thermostat being shut closed and the water never circulates to the radiator. $15 dealer part, and an easy DIY project, check the board for past posts on thermostat install and bleeding air from the system.
Next choice would be a failing cap, again $10 at a dealer. The lower hose could be collapsing due to age and impeding the flow of coolant, resulting in overheating. The 90 degree hose at the front of the head by the distributor could also be failing.
I doubt the bubbling expansion tank is the result of the headgasket, but if you continue to run it with an overheating condition, then you will eventually need a head gasket.
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- Steam coming from under the hood..., sad_but_true, Mon, 5 May 2003 07:03:51
- I went out after 8 hours and start up my 900..., sad_but_true, Mon, 5 May 2003 21:01:59
- If you see steam,, Russell Giuliano, Mon, 5 May 2003 12:04:24
- Re: Steam coming from under the hood..., andy
, Mon, 5 May 2003 08:35:13 <-- Viewing This Message - All these suggestions are great..., sad_but_true, Mon, 5 May 2003 08:32:38
- Water pump lasts about 60k (+), Vlad, Mon, 5 May 2003 07:07:43
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