Heater core bypassed,new water pump and thermostat,coolant clean but overheating

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The radiator hoses when squeezed and car is off they put make the reservoir gurgle. The car is over heating and spilling coolant from the reservoir once its heating up. No leaks anywhere.

Mfunes123 in Carrollton TX

Sep 21, 2016

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Heater core bypassed,new water pump and thermostat,coolant clean but overheating

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The radiator hoses when squeezed and car is off they put make the reservoir gurgle. The car is over heating and spilling coolant from the reservoir once its heating up. No leaks anywhere.

Mfunes123 in Carrollton TX

Sep 21, 2016

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T-N-T Automotiveon Sep 21, 2016

Sounds like a blown head gasket!

zippie1on Sep 22, 2016

Was the overheating an issue BEFORE all those listed parts were replaced? IF YES , then I agree with the head gasket assessment. CAN be tested to verify , for probably about an hours labor , at any competent shop.

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