Head gasket repair

Tiny
ALINAB
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Hi,

I have a 1998 Ford Escort SE with 133,000 miles. The engine overheats when I turn on the air conditioning or I drive with more than 60mph.

My mechanic quoted me at $1,100 to repair the head gasket, replace the radiator caps, and flush the engine.

Is that a reasonable price? Do I have any other options. I just graduated college and started a job and cannot afford in any way this price.

Any advise would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Alina
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Wednesday, August 1st, 2007 AT 9:16 PM

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Tiny
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Sir or Madam

If it was me I'll try removing the thermostat and take it for a test drive, cheap fix also change the radiator cap and flush it for a start.

Did the mechanic performed a block and pressure test on it.
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Thursday, August 2nd, 2007 AT 12:55 AM

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