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Re: Input needed on this cylinder head
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 11/24/2009

The 2.2s and the 2.5s used to do that same thing. Low coolant in the head, warpage occurs, gasket blows, then the combustion eats the aluminum. It is repairable, but I wouldn't suggest it. BTW, you may want to see if the radiator survived. Login to read more.