I'm almost 100% sure that is not a head gasket -- you would have other issues and like Steve said -- it just donsn't happen.
I'll guess you have leaky spark plug tubes. Might be a little PITA job, but it is little.
Down side is that it is probably making a mess, might rot a coil pak -- but I doubt it.
Like Steve says, have you (or another shop) clean up that area with some degreaser
and then look to see where the problem is in a couple hundred miles.
There is dye you can put in your oil to search for leaks with a black light -- I've never done it -- and I don't know if it has any side effects. But you might investigate that route as well.
good luck,
Mike
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Originally Posted by PaulDash
Went to my mechanic today to fix a flopping undercarriage cover that I cracked. When the car was on the hydraulic lift, we noticed something a tad more major. The mechanic said "your cylinder heads are crying tears".
Basically, I have a leak on both sides.
What is a fair price to get that repaired? I take it it'll be more than just putting in new head gaskets. I got a quote for all gaskets & seals plus labor at $3000.
How long should the job take? Mechanic claims 10 days including removal of engine, gasket replacement, reassembly, changing all fluids, letting them settle, refilling, testing.
What else is worth doing with the engine out? Mechanic said clutch.
What other questions should I be asking?
Your help is, as always, much appreciated.
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