my 3.8L 2000 stang is overheating only while driving. it is billowing out white smoke when hot. from where i dont know i cant tell but as far as i can see it looks like it might be coming from my headers behind the power steering pump. i first replaced the thermostat then the water pump it is still overheating. as well as having trouble staying at idol. does anyone have advice or possibly help?

 

Maybe a blown head gasket??? but i'm not sure....

 

that's what i'm thinking. how much does one of thoes usually cost. repair difficulty...? and time because i have to work tuesday night. i'm a pizza delivery person so my car kinda needs to get fixed

 

yea definately a blown head gasket.

whats your expertise with cars and whats the most difficult thing you've completed succesfully lol. doing head gaskets on our 6's are although not the most difficult engine to work with, they're still a pain in the *** and it will take you quite a while to do.

The parts themselves are not expensive its the labor that will get you if you cant do it yourself. which i certainly dont recommend if its not something you're capable of

 

well like i said i'm going to school for the trade. i have a decent amt of experiance. never R&R a head gasket but thanks for your info i'll let you know how it goes tomorrow night

 

Well if your planning on doing the head gasket r/r yourself then you may find this helpful..

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