[Vwpickups] 81 diesel 1600

[David Utley]

Diesels are horribly bad about not being able to survive overheating;  
more than likely the head will be warped, but you won't know for sure  
until you remove it and take it to a machine shop to check for  
straightness.

David
On May 15, 2010, at 2:48 PM, John Jelly wrote:

> Story: I loaned my diesel to someone and during their use, RED  
> charge lite came on and they continued driving for 12 miles with No  
> water pump. Clouds of steam and No coolant left. Q: what are my  
> chances of it having survived (cyl head/Gasket?
>
> The problem was lost V belt due to the pulley on the alternator  
> coming loose which has worn away the centre and chewed up the shaft  
> key.
>
> Any suggestions or comments appreciated.
> John J.
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