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=="Blown" head gaskets==
 
=="Blown" head gaskets==
 
===Reasons why head gaskets fail===
 
===Reasons why head gaskets fail===
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*Too much outward pressure that overcomes the clamping force of the head to the block, caused my 'over-blowing' the air-fuel mixture.
 
*Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat.
 
*Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat.
 
*Engine pre-ignition or detonation.
 
*Engine pre-ignition or detonation.

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