Blown Head Gaskets/ Motor?

Tiny
AMANDAV1
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  • 2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE
  • 86,000 MILES
My mechanic just told me my head gaskets are blown and need to be replaced. He then said he cannot replace it due to the head bolts being stripped? I honestly don;t know what this means and then he said I need to replace the motor. Is this true? Please help. I've already replaced my thermostat, radiator and water pump due to my car over heating. It is a 2000 cadillac deville.
Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 AT 5:02 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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No need to replace the engine if its me I'll cut of the headbolt and go from there
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Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 AT 5:11 PM
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KHLOW2008
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There are inserts available that would repair the stripped threads.
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Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 AT 5:14 PM
Tiny
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My mechanic does not want to do that as it is a "pain in the ass" should I find a new mechanic?
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Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 AT 8:56 PM
Tiny
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This is a common Cadillac problem with a common fix. First I'd wonder how your mechanic knew a bolt was stripped if he hadn't started on the job already. Perhaps he's making the assumption because this is so common.

It could be he has done a bunch of them before and knows how frustrating the job can be. It could be he hasn't done any and doesn't want to invest in yet more expensive specialty tools. It doesn't mean you need to switch mechanics, just find a different shop for THIS repair. Your best bet might be the dealership or an engine specialty shop if you have one close by. Either of them will be experienced in this repair and have the necessary tools.
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Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 AT 10:34 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for your help.
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Thursday, May 31st, 2012 AT 1:15 PM
Tiny
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Yup, getting a second opinion is the best in this case as the mechanic (p.I.T.A or the engine?) Is reluctant to do the job and requestiong him to do the job is not a good choice, unless you wish to replace the engine.
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Thursday, May 31st, 2012 AT 4:19 PM

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