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11-16-2011
Is this something I will have to worry about? I have a 2008 Grand Prix and have heard the 3.8l is known for needing new head gaskets down the road. My moms 96 Corsica needed them done a few years ago. So, I was wondering if this is a repair I can expect to run into down the road.
11-16-2011
head gaskets are actually a rare item on the 3.8. more often then not its the lower intake manifold gasket and is mis diagnosed by mechanics
11-16-2011
^This^
You will replace the LIM gaskets and coolant elbows at some point. You have to try really really hard to pop a HG in these motors.
I see cars all the time on craigslist that are listed as having a bad head gasket, but I know that all it really needs is the LIM gaskets changed. If I had the time I'd buy em and flip em, lol...
11-16-2011
corsica had the 3.1
Which was known for LIM's and head gaskets.
3800's, not so much.
I've been trying.Originally Posted by FordMan77
11-16-2011
You are correct sir, now I really feel like an idiot.
11-16-2011
potentially, but they aren't as bad on the 05+
11-16-2011
Like the guys have said. Yeah it's a gasket and a gasket can go. However you'll see me tell guys that they have more statistical probability of being struck by lightning while wearing womens panties than having a stock HG go on a stock or lightly modded 3800.
I like to add the humor.
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