2.6L Mitsu with a fresh motor -

So my mechanic (trusted friend, in my 4x4 club) has the raider yesterday, and gets it up on the lift. Says thereÆs coolant leaking FROM THE EXHAUST. ThereÆs a gap between the manifold and exhaust flange, because I couldnÆt get a gasket and he says up on the lift that is where it leaks. Right down to having a puddle of coolant on the floor of his shop.

Warped head, cracked head, or head gasket? Anyone wanna guess? I wonÆt know till I get it apart (again). And IÆm supposed to go on a five day wheeling trip with a 10 hour drive to and from in three weeks.