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  1. Based on what you've said, I'd guess that you have water in one (or more) cylinders, effectively 'hydro locking' your engine. Doesn't need a lot to cause this. had the same thing myself (intermittently) a few months back - initially thought the starter was duff, but after a few repeated start attempts (the small amount of water must have forced past the rings) it would fire up followed by copious amounts of steam from the exhaust for about 15 secs - then OK. My oil was clean but had clear water (about half a pint) drop out the sump when I removed the sump plug. There was also no mayo under the oil filler cap. I used K seal and problem disappeared - only prolonging the inevitable though. Heads are coming off shortly for a good sort out and to remove a seized spark plug which I'm reluctant to use too much force on for fear of busting it. I'm guessing it's the problem cylinder. In my case I'm pretty sure (hope) it's a head gasket problem, I've run for the last 6 months without any major probs - it's a 2000 4.6 with 120k. Try removing plugs in turn (or all at once if there's water in more than 1 cyl) and try cranking the engine to see if there's water expelled from any plug port Good luck Geoff
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