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Old 21-03-2011, 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by SJTWRC View Post
its a MY03 wrx impreza, year 2003.
i have had my subaru specialist test it and he says at least one head gasket is gone. although i am certainly hoping its a false diagnosis. The engine did not cease at any point, it still turns on and drives just need to keep filling up the water. and there is oil in the water.

you should never attempt to start or drive it if it overheats
its a recipe for disaster and from what you've described here, i think damage has already been done
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