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Coolant in plugs

Tiny
DEE_DEE5
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  • 1998 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 250,000 MILES
I have a 1998 Explorer I've been told I have coolant leaking into the #3 and #4 plugs. It sputters and****** when going up hill and is now starting to do it occasionally on just slight inclines. I can smell antifreeze every once in awhile after driving for a bit and my coolant level keeps dropping.
My recommendation from a mechanic was to get rid of it before you have to replace the motor.
Any suggestions?
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Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 AT 2:42 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Could be a blown headgasket, cracked head or block -Have it block and pressure tested
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Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 AT 3:54 AM
Tiny
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Ok great thanks for the advise. Hope it's just the headgasket!
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Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 AT 4:55 PM

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