Bad head gasket ?

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Jimmy6657

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I have a 1974 international 2400a 3 cyl diesel. Runs good doesn’t seem to smoke more than usual but oil is grey and overfull. Are these known for head gasket or is it something more serious ?
 
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Are you losing water? Some models if fuel pump leaks can put diesel fuel into the oil.

Take a sample of the oil and put in a clear jar or glass and let sit. Then you can see what separates out. Another test if water is drip some in a warm
Pan does it sizzle and steam? Be careful if you try that though since the steam bubbles might burst spraying hot oil.
 
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Are you losing water? Some models if fuel pump leaks can put diesel fuel into the oil.

Take a sample of the oil and put in a clear jar or glass and let sit. Then you can see what separates out. Another test if water is drip some in a warm
Pan does it sizzle and steam? Be careful if you try that though since the steam bubbles might burst spraying hot oil.
Thanks for the info I will try those tests
 

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