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  1. bbrages replied to the thread Head Gasket Question.

    I don't think you want to reuse that head. Long block at least. Salvage engine would be my choice

    Apr 29, 2025 at 9:41 AM

  2. bbrages replied to the thread Head Gasket Question.

    I disagree... I think this damage was caused by a foreign object in the combustion chamber. You'll notice all the damage is in the...

    Apr 29, 2025 at 9:33 AM

  3. bbrages replied to the thread Unplug EGR Valve.

    Usually liquid dripping under a car is water condensing from the AC evaporator

    Apr 25, 2025 at 4:33 PM

  4. bbrages replied to the thread Water Pumps and Sourcing.

    Here is a little fun fact: I have a Accord Hybrid and the water pump looks just like this one. I think it's quite a bit more expensive,...

    Apr 24, 2025 at 11:53 AM

  5. bbrages replied to the thread Nice Looking 2011 Prius Needs Expensive Repair, What to do?.

    I was thinking about what happened when you sold your current car, not the buying process for your next car: the buyers for your car...

    Apr 23, 2025

  6. bbrages replied to the thread Nice Looking 2011 Prius Needs Expensive Repair, What to do?.

    Quote edited for brevity, and bold added by me I guess I'm a "boomer" but I'm a little baffled by how price negotiations on cars works...

    Apr 23, 2025

  7. bbrages replied to the thread Water Pumps and Sourcing.

    I have an eBay pump on mine... I like to live life on the edge! It's a legal thrill.

    Apr 23, 2025
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