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Can a head gasket leak be patched effectively?

Updated: 8/17/2019
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The only way to fix it is to replace it and check the head at a machone shop. You only patch an engine to get you home or to a shop to get it repaired. Stop leak may damage radiators,thermostats and heater cores.

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