thejumpsuitman

Hi guys,

I have a 1989 Suburban with unknown miles, a dent on every panel, faded paint and a cracked windshield. And if that's not enough, it has salvage history on the title! It is my beater, to say the least.

My issue is that it is showing signs of a leaking head gasket. It is drivable, but blows white smoke and sputters. I hate to see this truck go because I have a lot of new parts on it and new tires. It is also my only tow vehicle.

I'm no mechanic, but can do most most minor repairs myself, i.e., fuel pumps, water pumps, carbs, etc. This truck is only worth fixing unless I can do it myself.

How bad is it for a novice like me? What would be the worst part, old rusty exhaust manifold bolts? getting the distributor back in right? just time consuming?

I would obviously take the heads to a machine shop while they are off, and should probably replace the timing chain while I'm in there.

What am I in for?

Thanks,
Marc