2CarPros - Car Questions & Answers

1996 Dodge Ram Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Gas, Pressure test.
Mileage: 190 miles.

Asked on March 18, 2012

After a recent boil-over due to broken hose, truck started tapping and lost power. Still driveable but white smoke comes out exhaut

Thought might need tune-up. Replaced distrib cap, plugs, wires etc but no imrovement in power and still tapping and white smoke. There does not appear to be any water leaks around motor and oil looks normal
Avatar Asked by SaraWT

Answer

Replied on March 18, 2012

Get it block and pressure tested to rule out a blown headgasket. The engine is probably getting too Hot and causing to ping

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
68 questions asked