robw13
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Is there a O-Ring where the Oil dipstick tube goes into the block? I noticed when the car was running last, fuel/oil was dripping down from that area.
Oil Dipstick Tube O-Ring?
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No its a pressed in.... just pull it out after cleaning the area around it with brake cleaner then put a little rtv on it and stick it back in make sure it seats all the way...
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Red or bk rtv?
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K thanks.
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The thing with rtv is they are for different applications I have a small box full of tubes that I use each tube has a purpose from locktite, neverseize,non hardening, adhesives, lubes etc... I set up a kit for my engine and a kit for the brakes and steering with an assortment of stuff assembled for the various tasks... and I take my time...now I'm assembling a kit for my electronics and linkages. Everyone has a methodology that works for them I separate and group things. That way it's less confusing when I get to put it all together
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What would be the best replacement for the dipstick & tube? Mine still shoots oil out everywhere.
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Sounds like you hare suffering from excessive blow-by....
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Fuel dripping down too?? I hope not.....
bigmanjbmopar
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X2 solve the causing issue first are you using a PVC to carb base or manifold? do you have air breathers on the valve covers?
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Yep... way too much crankcase pressure. Fix this issue first and you will not only take care of the oil leak, but increase efficiency and performance.
robw13
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K great, the PVC goes from crankcase to carb. No air breathers, are they bad to use?
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No breathers at all? Well, there's one of your issues....
PVC should be in one valve cover and a breather in the other.
PVC should be in one valve cover and a breather in the other.
robw13
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Sorry, do have a breather that goes to intake but would like to switch it out.
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Rob, can you post up a pic of your current configuration?
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Will later.
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Breathers (PCV) allow pressure that has built up in crank case to vent.
Essentially, positive pressure builds over usage.
The PCV valve or Positive Crank case ventialtion allows built up gas to escape.
Essentially, positive pressure builds over usage.
The PCV valve or Positive Crank case ventialtion allows built up gas to escape.
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Ok, thanks for the pic. It looks like you have the proper pieces.... Thinking you may want to remove the breather and hose it out with some brake cleaner. Also change out the PCV valve.
Remove the oil cap while the engine is running.... Do you see smoke coming out of the oil fill hole? If so, it's time for some new rings.
Remove the oil cap while the engine is running.... Do you see smoke coming out of the oil fill hole? If so, it's time for some new rings.
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