Just putting this out there to see if it is a potential option.

Definitely something with the head/gasket has blown because there is massive combustion gasses in the coolant system. So much so that it blew the radiator hoses off the radiator and blows water out of the expansion tank whenever the engine is running.

Might it just be the gasket?... Maybe. But given that this car was bought with a blown gasket/warped head and the head was "shaved" at that point and we remember how much that cost. We're thinking that a DIY good used head and gasket might be the lowest cost and quickest option to get the company car back on the road.

So.

WTB: good used 190d om601 2.2 cylinder head (and parts)
And any wisdom on the best solution

Phil

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Current fleet
2006 E320 CDI
1992 300D - 5speed manual swapped

former members
1984 300D "Blues Mobile"

1978 300CD "El Toro"