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Re: stuck lifters on GM 3.1, cylinder head gasket failure
Posted to Technical Tips Forum on 1/28/2004

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Chris,

Sounds like coolant in the oil from the owner driving with the bad headgaskets was causing the lifter plungers to stick. Next time drain old oil before starting completed job, add 1 qt. of " ... Login to read more.