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I have a 92 Sable with a 3.8 in it. It just passed a 100k miles and last month I had a rad flush done on it. It has been quite cold recently (-25F) and upon start up and for the first few minutes during the warm up there is a distinct antifreeze smell. After a while the antifreeze smell no longer exists. The car does not seem to using antifreeze and there are no appearant leaks. There doesn't appear to be any white smoke, mind you it is tough to tell white smoke from regular exhaust when it is 25 below. I am wondering if it possible that the anitfreeze is coming from a hose connection that has shrunk with the cold or if it is the dreaded head gasket? What are other indications of a head gasket failure? How long can you drive the car while you suspect a head gasket failure?
Thanks
Spiff
Thanks
Spiff