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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 08:26 PM
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I have a 79 f150 with a 351 modified under the hood I am having a problem with it smoking. As soon as I start it white smoke starts pouring out of the exhaust. Im not to sure what it could be any suggestions would be much appreciated.
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Old Jan 29, 2014 | 12:58 AM
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Sounds like a blown head gasket. Are you using water?
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Old Jan 29, 2014 | 07:36 AM
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Ok thanks im going to have to check it out. And yes im using water.
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Old Jan 29, 2014 | 11:21 AM
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Generally when your using water you either got a cracked head or bkown head gasket.
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