T4 Head Gasket-help

elz7173 · Jun 14th, 2009, 18:57

This is my first post but I have enjoyed reading all the others and this has been a big help at times.
My 2000 S40 T4 ,(120,000 miles),has started to "lose" water and today I found oil deposits in the water resevoir and traces of water around the oil filler cap.
It has served me well for nearly 15,000 miles and would only consider a replacement if I could afford a T5.
I am sure it is the head gasket though I did not notice any signifigant loss in power.
Can anyone offer advice on what other parts should be replaced at the same time when I get the new gasket fitted and what would be the average time to do the job. I know it will not be cheap so any advice on where to buy the parts would be appreciated.
Also does the head normally require skimming?

One other point....my wife is buying a brand new Fiesta and will not consider a C30......Is this reasonable grounds for divorce?
Cheers
Craig

capt jack · Jun 14th, 2009, 21:16

As for the first question, it does sound like a head gasket, and it all depends on what's found when the head comes off, but if you intend keeping the car, the cambelt at the very least should be on your list. Getting it sorted sooner rather than later would be wise.

As for your second question, obviously this is clear grounds for divorce, but as your Mrs at some point did choose you, it might be a bit counter-productive to question her judgement too closely........

Cheers

Jack

Clan · Jun 14th, 2009, 22:02

Head gaskets dont just "go" on Volvos , something causes it and 90% of the small number of cases this may happen its overheating , If you havent run out of coolant and overheated then look to the water/oil heat exchanger on the back of the sump first .

Jun 14th, 2009, 18:57	#1
elz7173 New Member Last Online: Jun 19th, 2009 14:08 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: WHITEHAVEN	T4 Head Gasket-help This is my first post but I have enjoyed reading all the others and this has been a big help at times. My 2000 S40 T4 ,(120,000 miles),has started to "lose" water and today I found oil deposits in the water resevoir and traces of water around the oil filler cap. It has served me well for nearly 15,000 miles and would only consider a replacement if I could afford a T5. I am sure it is the head gasket though I did not notice any signifigant loss in power. Can anyone offer advice on what other parts should be replaced at the same time when I get the new gasket fitted and what would be the average time to do the job. I know it will not be cheap so any advice on where to buy the parts would be appreciated. Also does the head normally require skimming? One other point....my wife is buying a brand new Fiesta and will not consider a C30......Is this reasonable grounds for divorce? Cheers Craig

Jun 14th, 2009, 22:02	#3
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:35 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	Head gaskets dont just "go" on Volvos , something causes it and 90% of the small number of cases this may happen its overheating , If you havent run out of coolant and overheated then look to the water/oil heat exchanger on the back of the sump first . __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Jun 14th, 2009, 21:16	#2
capt jack VOC Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 18:56 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Selby, North Yorkshire	As for the first question, it does sound like a head gasket, and it all depends on what's found when the head comes off, but if you intend keeping the car, the cambelt at the very least should be on your list. Getting it sorted sooner rather than later would be wise. As for your second question, obviously this is clear grounds for divorce, but as your Mrs at some point did choose you, it might be a bit counter-productive to question her judgement too closely........ Cheers Jack

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