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So couple days ago the heating packed up on my car (9 yo 1.2 corsa) which I initially thought was a thermostat issue. Then today the temperature warning light came on just as I got to work and then again just as I got home. Got me thinking it was a coolant problem and sure enough the coolant had gone. First thought was right where's that gone so went straight to the obvious place of looking under the oil cap and sure enough there was that creamy/milky substance that suggests the head gasket has gone! Engines not running badly so hoping it hasn't been compromised it but won't find out until I get to in the garage on Wednesday ?
So the question for any of the mechanically minded on here or just anyone that's had similar happen is how much do you reckon this is going to cost me? Guess there's two prices one if it's compromised the engine and one if it hasn't ?
Another blow is that I obviously can't drive it fishing tomorrow which means I'm dragging my dad along and whilst he's happy to come with me when it's good the recent rains and frosts mean it's not likely to be good tomorrow ?
So the question for any of the mechanically minded on here or just anyone that's had similar happen is how much do you reckon this is going to cost me? Guess there's two prices one if it's compromised the engine and one if it hasn't ?
Another blow is that I obviously can't drive it fishing tomorrow which means I'm dragging my dad along and whilst he's happy to come with me when it's good the recent rains and frosts mean it's not likely to be good tomorrow ?