2000 Ford Ranger Do I have a blown head gasket?

2000 FORD RANGER
114,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RANGER MAN
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About 3 weeks ago I changed my thermostat and flushed the system. 2 weeks later its starts running hot. The gauge gos close to red then falls to cold, I lose my heat. Once the gauge levels out everythings fine for the rest of the drive. NOw im losing coolant but can,t find a leak. It does not run rough, no oil in the water no water in the oil. There is no steam or smoke coming from the exhaust. But yet I am still losing water. Please help I am going nuts!!!!!!!
Apr 17, 2008 at 6:33 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Anti freeze loose need to be investigated
pressure test the system
and do a head gasket test
check with your local part store for a head gasket test kit
Apr 17, 2008 at 7:02 PM