Simon151191

Thank you for your swift reply!

The car has 200,000kms on it.

Can i ask why you think its pointing to HGs? Not doibting you, just wondering which symptoms point that way? Im probably in denial about it, because i really dont want it to be that haha. Does the engine absolutely need to come out to do heads? Just because id be doing it on my front lawn with no engine crane, so if i can do it in place, even if its more effort, that might have to be the go.

With the thermostat, i admit, i did buy an aftermarket unit only because my work hours and locations makes it impossible for me to visit thr dealer. I installed it with the spring side to the engine, is that what you mean by upside down?

That site you recommended, ehy do you say its dangerous? Because i might spend all my pennies there or something else? Haha.

If this rain buggers off, ill flush the heater core and see what comes out of it and then bleed the system the way you’ve recommended today and see what happens and let you know! Fingers crossed its not too bad as i bought this car to drive to and from work so my wife can have her car back for the kids haha.

Cheers,

Simon