Head gasket repair or rebuild?

[jawnl]

I've a '93 Roadmaster Wagon with 211,000 kilometres (120,000 miles) - very good condition... it's been determined that I need a new head gasket (have been having an overheating problem - mechanic ruled out the usual suspects). I would like to keep the Roadmaster for a number of years yet - what would you folks recommend - new gasket service or is this the time to do an engine rebuild? (no antifreeze in bottom of engine, no oil in antifreeze noted)

[diesel1962]

Hello.If you have no other problems with the engine,I would suggest replace the head gaskets,Also have a machine shop check the heads for warpage and cracks.What size engines are in thoes Roadmasters?? Diesel1962

[jawnl]

I decided finally to rebuild the engine at a local shop - there was antifreeze in the oil pan and not that big of a difference between head gasket replacement and the rebuild quote. No warpage or cracks in the heads. BTW Diesel1962, it's a 5.7 L engine... will get back to report on how rebuild turns out...

[diesel1962]

Thanks for reply.Hope engine rebuld goes well.You should get many years of service from your car!!I am looking at buying an older Buick,Found two in Ohio,1974 Electra,And a 1969 Electra.I would like a Roadmaster,But cannot find any around that are worth fixing.Let me know how the rebuld goes.. Diesel 1962