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I have a 1995 Geo Metro 4cyl 1.3 liter. I recently had the

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I have a 1995 Geo Metro 4cyl 1.3 liter. I recently had the head gasket replaced and the head surfaced by a mechanic. I drove it no more than 15mi and it threw a rod. I saw the rod sticking out the side of the motor just above the crankcase. It looked like a push rod. Could this be the fault of the mechanic. He told me it was because the car had alot of miles on it. Thanks Denise

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September 30 2008 at 2:45 PM (1 minute and 46 seconds later)
         
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September 30 2008 at 2:52 PM (7 minutes and 7 seconds later)
         
I think it is pretty ironic that I just had him take the engine apart and it throws a rod. Maybe you can explain a little what would cause a rod to go. I will then accept your answer. Thanks for being there to help me. Denise
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September 30 2008 at 3:01 PM (5 minutes and 33 seconds later)
         
The head gasket was replaced. I'm sure it was a push rod and I thought that was in the top of engine. Not the connecting rod for a piston. I know when you take the intake manifold off you see the rods and the lifters. I'm familiar with 350 chev engines but i assume they are similar. Thanks Denise
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September 30 2008 at 3:04 PM (2 minutes and 51 seconds later)
         
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This motor does not have push rods.

 

This motor has an overhead camshaft.

 

But it very well could have been something long and similar to a push rod.

 

I would still think your mechanic is at fault



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September 30 2008 at 3:09 PM (4 minutes and 48 seconds later)
         
I would like to accept your answer now. You have been very kind and I appreciate your time. Thanks Denise
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