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1997 Chevrolet Astro 4.3L Engine
Posted to GM Engine on 3/9/2004 21 Replies

I would like to hear from other shops, mechanic's that have repaired intake leaks, head gaskets on the 4.3 V-6. I had a oil sample test, done and found high amounts of iron, potassium, magnesium. Have you seen complete engine failure. I.E. Bearing damage, afte...

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car Vehicle Data

1997 Chevrolet Astro

VIN 1GNDM19WXV
Engine4.3 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
AffectedEngine
ConditionsContamination
Misc.Coolant Contamination
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car Vehicle Data

1997 Chevrolet Astro

VIN 1GNDM19WXV
Engine4.3 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
AffectedEngine
ConditionsContamination
Misc.Coolant Contamination