1998 Ford Taurus What are signs antifreeze is getting into

Tiny
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  • 1998 FORD TAURUS
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 132,700 MILES
With my bad headgasket on my ford taurus I am beginning to lose more antifreeze. If it is getting into the engine what are some signs I should be seeing? As of right now, I am getting no white smoke from my tailpipe or water dripping out. My oil stick is clear of anything but oil on it. My gas milage has not dropped and my engine is not running hotter then were it should be. The car starts without issue and the engine sounds smooth. What if any are other signs I can look for?
Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 7:40 AM

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Tiny
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You covered it. Besides driveablility problems, thats it. You can get a pressure check on the coolant system to see if there is a busted head gasket
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 8:40 AM
Tiny
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If you have a compromised head gasket, the break must be very tiny. And causing no problems at this time. However, it only gets worse, and you should take care of it asap. Before it causes any issues
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 8:43 AM

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