head gasket

i have just got my first explorer its a 1994, 4 door, 4.0L and i think the head gasket is blown it starts and all just that when i put some gas into it it blows a ig cload of white smoke out the thing is tho i think my aunt had overheated it and blew the head gasket and since i have never worked...

Hello I have a 93 ford explorer that is 4x4, the vehicle has done good up until this point. I first realized the problem when the heater core went out and i replaced it. When i put the new heater core in it was blowing hot air and working perfectly, then i put it in 4x4 to get up a hill when i...

Hi all! A newbie here, and my trusty steed has finally developed a problem I cannot fix. It just started the usual lean codes, 174, bucking, missing, no power, and generally unhappy. I have already replaced the vacuum elbow, so thaty is not at fault. Recently changed the fuel filter too...

1998 Ford Ranger 4.0 XLT 4X4 186,000 miles. I have a big leak going on and it appeared to be coming from in between the (Driver's side) head and the lower intake. Being my first time really tearing into an engine this deep, do any of you have any suggestions or tips for me? If anyone has...

Hey guys, I'm looking at the task of replacing my upper and lower intake manifold gaskets, head gaskets, valve cover gaskets and any others that come with a gasket kit. Also looking at a thorough cleaning of my injectors and replacing orings and such. I am just looking for some tips and...

Hello all fairly new to the forum but very glad to be apart , been reading around for a bunch of things and wow all the info .. SO NOW MY PROBLEM i have a 2000 2Door sport X .. its leaking coolant from under the rear of engine on passenger side .. i've seen posts and tons of replys . I dont...