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Posted by Tough347 (Member # 1776) on :
 
when i start my car there is a cloud of white smoke that apears. what could cause this and is it a problem?
 
Posted by Ted in Army Oct. 14th (Member # 478) on :
 
head gasket???
ewwww.
does the smoke smell?
white = bad
 
Posted by st5150 (Member # 51) on :
 
Only at start up? Sounds like a common chevy problem.... bad valve stem seals.
 
Posted by 99gt-UJSTLST (Member # 584) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Tough347:
when i start my car there is a cloud of white smoke that apears. what could cause this and is it a problem?
sounds like a blown head gasket
remove the plugs and see if you getting water in the motor
 
Posted by T-TopTerror (Member # 480) on :
 
If it only does it on startup then it's not a head gasket.

Did it just all of a sudden happen or has it been progessing? I'm with st5150 on this one all the way. Valve guide seals
 
Posted by -=Collin=- (Member # 1092) on :
 
Definately not a head gasket, does this only on start up. there is no water in the oil. the problem is only on starting the car for a brief period. Is there anyhting that can be done to condition the valve seals, or is replacement the only alternative?
 
Posted by Tough347 (Member # 1776) on :
 
THANX FOR THE HELP PEOPLE
I WILL CHECK INTO THOSE ID [burnout] EAS.
 
Posted by HungryHippo (Member # 537) on :
 
try some "high mileage" or thicker motor oil
 




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