I have a Nissan RB30 engine - blown head gasket

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http://www.autozone.com/repairguides/Nissan-Car-Altima-Sentra-1999-06/Engine-Mechanical-Components/Intake-Manifold/_/P-0996b43f80381c23

I would be going to the local library and finding a manual for a VL. Or you could buy a Haines manual.Then check the differences between the VL and VK .

Overheated, now now compression? Don't bother, you need an engine mate!

Well it would really depend on the condition of your engine.
It would take more labor to repair your engine than it would to just replace it. But unless the engine is very damaged it should be cheaper to have your engine fixed. And replacing the head gasket and having the head repaired should be under the price you were given. A head gasket set for a 4 cyl engine is around $100 wholesale.
I would call around and check with other shops next.

any oil in radiator? do pressure test?

if the engine runs good. I would just replace the head gasket, but that is really up to you. it would be a whole lot cheaper if you had a independant mechanic do the head gasket on the vehicle. have a good day !!

sorry sounds like a blown head gasket or deteriated water chambers in the head .head will have to come of so a workshop will inspect the head before replacing gasket

soak with CRC or equal
work plug in and then out slowly and carefully without rounding or snapping plug
it should come out
if you cant get it out wore case is head off to repair but there are several mobil thread repair people here in adelaide (australia) that could get it out without removing head (drilling out and even fitting heli coils if thread damaged in head) are there any listed in your yellow pages? or ask a local mechanical workshop or engine reconditioner who they use

See if the intake has blown a gasket it could be leaking water into theoil. If its getting hot then you probly have a blown head gasket. Julie

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I am not expertise in solving case for Car.

Sorry, My mistake, I take it in wrong. I think you are expertise in Computer and Hardware, So I had asked the question from you.

• ABOUT: VL Commodore... good looking car.

1 First generation (1978–1988)

• 1.1 VB
• 1.2 VC
• 1.3 VH
• 1.4 VK
• 1.5 VL

2 Second generation (1988–1997)

• 2.1 VN
• 2.2 VP
• 2.3 VR
• 2.4 VS

3 Third generation (1997–2006)

• 3.1 VT
• 3.2 VX
• 3.3 VY
• 3.4 VZ

4 Fourth generation (2006–present)

• 4.1 VE

In my opinion your car is around 1978 make.

A Brief Introduction of VL Commodore:
Marking a high point in terms of sales, the last-of-the-series VL Commodore sold in record numbers, finally managing to outsell the Ford Falcon in the private sector.The 1986 VL represented a substantial makeover of the VK and would be the last of the mid-size Commodores. Designers distanced the Commodore further away from its Opel origins, by smoothing the lines of the outer body and incorporating a subtle tail spoiler. A thorough redesign of the nose saw the Commodore gain sleek, narrow headlamps and a shallower grille, while the Calais specification employed unique partially concealed headlamps.

By this stage, Holden’s 30 year old six-cylinder was thoroughly outmoded and would have been difficult to re-engineer to comply with pending emission standards and the introduction of unleaded fuel. This led Holden to sign a deal with Nissan to import their RB30E engine. This seemed a good idea in 1983 when the Australian dollar was strong; however by 1986 the once viable prospect became rather expensive. The public quickly accepted what was at first a controversial move, as reports emerged of the improvements in refinement, 33 percent gain in power and 15 percent better economy. An optional turbocharger appeared six months later and lifted power output to 150 kilowatts (200 hp). In October 1986, an unleaded edition of Holden’s carburettored V8 engine was publicised. Holden had originally planned to discontinue the V8 to spare the engineering expense of converting to unleaded. However, public outcry persuaded them to relent. VLs in New Zealand were also available with the 2.0 litre six-cylinder RB20E engine.
Negative points:

The VL suffered from some common build quality problems, such as poor windshield sealing, that can lead to water leakages and corrosion. Awkward packaging under the low bonnet meant the six-cylinder engine was especially susceptible to cracked cylinder heads, a problem not displayed on the Nissan Skyline with which it shares the RB30 engine. The Used Car Safety Ratings, published in 2007 by the Monash University Accident Research Centre, found that first generation Commodores (VB–VL) provide a "worse than average" level of occupant safety protection in the event of an accident.

I think it is sufficient information, as per your question.

Let me know if you wish to know more about your Car. (:P)

Best of Luck & Regards
ELLIN