Head gasket failures are relatively common in all forms of racing, and most racers know how to repair the damage themselves, or have an engine builder who can do it for them in short order. However, there’s an often-overlooked and very serious by-product of a blown head gasket that every gearhead needs to be aware of: cooling system pressurization and the potential damage to your radiator. Eric Saffell of AFCO Racing Products recently took the time to share some vital information about this subject, from diagnosing potential problems to a course of action that could potentially save your hot rod – and you personally – from a devastating crash caused by a failure within the radiator.