Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Oil Leak..?

I have got an oil leak (only minor) But still a leak, coming from the flywheel side of the engine, it is wet on the underside of the engine case, and i only fitted a new gasket recently, i have took it off and cant find an obvious problem but it still finds a way through, any suggestions of the cause or any comments much appreciated!!





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Thanks.Oil Leak..?
One of the most overlooked aspects of oil leaks is the breather system.This has to be there because we know pistons create pressure,not just upwards,but down as well.This pressure must get out so the first golden rule for me is to fully check the breather system,as replacing parts weakens others and its never ending Manual and breathers.Good luckOil Leak..?
rear main seal...you will have to remove the tranny and replace the seal
If its comming from the gasket you could have tightened it to much if so you will need a new gasket.


I would clean the pan and bottom of engine before puting another on have the gacket dry when you place it on and when bolts stop turning with hand tighten then a 1/4 of a turn if they are toutching the pan already.
There is an oil seal at the end of the crankshaft at each end. Also there is a gasket between the top and bottom halves of the crankcase. Could be coming from anywhere, basically.
I should take it off,clean with brake cleaner and refit using the same gasket + instant gasket or silicone sealant.
try a rear main seal

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