Plymouth Repair: Problem with 1989 Plymouth Grand Vougler 3.0 engine, head gasket, head gaskets

Question
I just had a transmission put in the van.  I had only driven it about 10 miles, when white/gray smoke came from the exsalt piper and could smell anti-freeze.  My father said it was the head gasket.  Would putting in the better transmission
caused the extra strain on the motor. I have 187,ooo miles on the van. Is it worth fixing?  I am a single mom and can not afford a car payment.
Thank you for your time.

Answer
hello lori
this is a shame it would be worth it if you could have some one u know do the work it would cost around a 100 for parts it is a head gasket . that is for sure in a shop they are going to want a 1000 do the head gaskets . i am verry reasnobile in my shop i do bothe for 500 . where are u what state i am in new york . good luck to u hun and if u need more help just let me know . with a new tranny it would be worth keeping i would think . and  u also have a pretty namw please rate my serivice pete