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Old 03-24-08, 07:40 PM
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lots of smoke

need to know the tell tale signs of blown water seal. my 87 turbo started smoking like i never seen or smelled b4 any info would be useful.
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so you got pistons oh wow

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Does it smoke on startup? Are hot starts difficult?
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Burning coolant will create white exhaust that will have a sweet smell like antifreeze.

Burning oil will create blue exhaust smoke.

Black smoke is caused by the engine burning excess amounts of fuel.

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problem has been diagnosed,conclusion complete overhaul w/streetport and pinned while its out of car. cant wait to get it back!!!
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