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    ccordy30 Posts: 49, Reputation: 1
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    May 9, 2016, 12:06 PM
    Car trouble
    Have white smoke coming from my tail pipe when I crank my car and when I accelerate
    2002 nissan altima
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    May 9, 2016, 12:14 PM
    Bad Head gasket, bad rings, clogged PVC and others. Check engine light on? Have a radiator pressure test and a compression test done.
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    May 10, 2016, 05:56 AM
    You likely have a blown head gasket, due to the engine overheating. It's common for the head to warp and need machining. Have a professional also check the valves for damage. Repairs could run $3,000 or more.
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    May 13, 2016, 03:42 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by TxGreaseMonkey View Post
    You likely have a blown head gasket, due to the engine overheating. It's common for the head to warp and need machining. Have a professional also check the valves for damage. Repairs could run $3,000 or more.
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