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[Gallstaff]

Sorry I worded that like hell, but thanks for taking the time to reply. I kind of was reading "fluids" as gasoline specifically, I have no idea why. Having unburnt gas in the exhaust isn't a totally out there theory, that's not really what I'm thinking.

I think this is a problem I should take to a mechanic, how much do you think I'd be looking at to fix it if it's simply a gasket, seal, or some such replacement?

[fenderman]

The first thing that needs to be done is to determine what the smoke consists of. Then you can narrow it down to what system is at fault. If there is in fact unspent gasoline in your exhaust system and no SES light I'd suspect a faulty O2 sensor. The sensor is supposed to not only monitor the exhaust gas but adjust the fuel system to compensate for a rich/lean condition.

If the car does need head work, I'm afraid that I can't provide you with an accurate estimate but it will be a bit costly. I will offer some advice here though. If it is determined that the car has a blown head gasket, make sure that the shop you take it to is going to have the head resurfaced. I've seen too many cases where the mechanic simply slaps a new gasket between the head and the engine block and calls it done. You want everything to be as flat and smooth as possible to get the best seal. Hope you come to a solution soon.

[Gallstaff]

Thanks alot. I'll take it to to a mechanic when I get paid so if he gives me an estimate I don't crap myself on the spot. Thanks again!