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Author:  uh60dan [ Sat Aug 21, 2010 1:40 am ]
Post subject:  Oil in radiator (96 sierra)

G'day

I have recently noticed a substantial amount of oil in my radiator and overflow, not sure if this is a head or gasket? there doesnt seem to be any water in the engine oil though? Only inspecting via dipstick.

If so are the standard 1.3 worth repairing or should I consider engine swap, I'm new to zooks but seems 1.6 vitara motor is a good swap.

Suprisingly the zook still runs fine and maintains its oil level.

Any help would be appreciated.

Author:  want33s [ Sat Aug 21, 2010 2:09 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Oil in radiator (96 sierra)

There are 3 major symptoms of a blown head gasket.

1, Oil in water.
2, Water in oil.
3, Bubbles in coolant at filler cap.

Any one of the three could mean the gasket/head is U/S.

1.3's are a good engine if slightly underpowered.. If you are happy with the 1.3's output then rebuild/replace it...

1.6 MPFI is a GOOD swap..
More power... More torque... Same or better economy.

Author:  steak_knife [ Sat Aug 21, 2010 3:33 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Oil in radiator (96 sierra)

If you can't do the job I know a mechanic that does cash work.. :wink:

Author:  uh60dan [ Sun Aug 22, 2010 8:07 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Oil in radiator (96 sierra)

Thanks mate, are there any 1.3 to 1.6 conversions possible without engine mount mods or gearbox mods?

Author:  steak_knife [ Sun Aug 22, 2010 8:33 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Oil in radiator (96 sierra)

http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/suzuki/s ... r-kit.html

You'll need one of them, BenT make's em to, he make's awesome stuff :P

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