replaced radiator hoses

[thankful_ragamuffin]

Either way sounds like you might have warped the head/blew the head gasket.

I think rabbit is correct. Excessive pressure in the cooling system and low compression are not a good combination. If you remove the oil filler cap, check for condensate underneath and take a little of it in your finger and taste it. If it is sweet, antifreeze is present in the oil and that in conjunction with your other symptoms will confirm the head gasket.

[tripwf]

ok thanks I will give it a shot. I dont really want to tear it all apart but I guess it is worth it then driving her to work everyday.