Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

1994 850 na head problems?

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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 04:04 AM
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My son ran it hot and the mechanic says it is cracked?? He says he knows a shop that might be able to fix it?? I have never heard of welding and aluminum head??/ Any one have advice on it?/ I have posted looking for a good replacement.

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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 07:17 AM
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First of all, how does he know its cracked without pulling it? These tend to warp before they crack. I BAKED mine and I mean BAKED it! It was so hot it had steam coming out everywhere. Yet, when the head was pulled it was fine, no piston damage, no burnt valves, just a warped head.

As to answer your question, yes, it can be welded.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 08:29 AM
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Sometimes when they get that hot the best thing you can do is replace the engine.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 03:17 PM
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he has pulled it and that was he diagnosis>> Replacing the head should be easier than the motor the bottom end is tight. Any know where t o get god replacement
 
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