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01-29-2009, 05:24 AM
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oil leak
My truck has a very slight oil leak, doesn"t usually drip on the floor unless the truck sits for a couple of days, then it will drip a drop or 2. has anyone had any luck with oil stop leak, any particular brand? or are they a waste of money?
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01-29-2009, 05:29 AM
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I always preferred to find the leak and repair properly. Most oil stop leaks are garbage. Maybe all.
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01-29-2009, 10:41 PM
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Mine just started dribbling like that from the front main seal again last week. I plan on fixing it this weekend. Probably takes about an hour or two to fix right. Allen
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01-30-2009, 12:08 AM
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my truck has had it's share of oil leaks, several were taken care of by tightening the valve cover bolts, front cover bolts and oil pan bolts.
the other two leaks were front and rear crankshaft seals, but start with the easy ones, you can get to the valve cover, front seal and oil pan without taking anything off... not to mention all you'll need is an 8mm and 10mm socket and extensions |
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01-30-2009, 12:23 AM
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Yeah...mine leaked like crazy from the valve cover...then I put on one of those blue gaskets and it stopped...also had one from the oil drain plug...put on a new washer at the next oil change and tightened it up...no more leak...
Maybe put a piece of cardboard under the truck to see if you can narrow down where it comes from (and keep the oil off the floor for now)...just make sure you hold it down in case the wind picks up...
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01-30-2009, 10:43 AM
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Correct, find where the leak is originating. It may be a simple fix. Some oil additives will soften the seals enough to stop a drip, but usually are temporary, and sometimes have unwanted side effects.
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