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Van will not start after overheating

Tiny
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  • 2001 FORD WINDSTAR
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 154,668 MILES
My van overheated on the highway and I had it towed home. Replaced the blown heater hose and now van will not start. It has spark but after cranking engine to start I have bad bubbling into antifreeze, but no antifreeze in oil. This could be a strong sign that I cracked the head with the overheat I believe. Any help would be appreciated.
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Tuesday, December 26th, 2017 AT 10:59 AM

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Tiny
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The symptoms point to a badly blown head gasket and probably more severe internal damage caused by the overheating. Best bet is look for a good used engine.
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Tuesday, December 26th, 2017 AT 3:41 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for your quick response and input it is appreciated.
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Tuesday, December 26th, 2017 AT 4:34 PM
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Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
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Sunday, December 31st, 2017 AT 12:34 PM

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