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 Sep 20 2006, 08:50 PM
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I just got a call from them about the oil sample I sent in from my Malibu. I knew I was leaking coolant out the intake manifold gaskets, but wasn't sure if it was making it into the oil. So I wanted to know if the motor was still worth fixing or if I should start shopping for a new car. The guy who called (wish I could remember his name) told me there is a problem, but outside of the coolant the motor was fine. He told me a simple intake manifold gasket would make it good as new, he has a newer Malibu with the same motor so he knows about the issues wtih this motor. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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Sep 20 2006, 10:56 PM
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If your Malibu has on of the Vortec V-8s, the problem may be with the OEM placement (angle) of the head bolts. The heads with the bolts perpendicular to the block are prone to leakage as per the machine shop that I use.
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slowTA Hats off to Blackstone Labs Sep 20 2006, 08:50 PM
slowTA Nope, the Malibu doesn't come with a V8. Mine... Sep 21 2006, 01:18 AM AndyJ QUOTE (slowTA @ Sep 20 2006, 08:18 PM) No... Sep 21 2006, 03:58 AM |
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