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Subject:Thrown H20 Pump Belt: Now Oil Leak
From:Mark & Laura Magee
Date:Thu, 16 Aug 2001 06:55:34 -0500

Volks,
I threw my waterpump/alternator belt a couple of weeks ago and have
developed an oil ever since. I have eliminated the oil pressure 9bar
switch as the source of the leak. This is a small leak, started at about
2-3 teaspoons per week, yet seems to be getting worse. I degreased the
engine for diagnosis 2 weeks ago & when I replaced the oil pressure 9
bar switcch, since then of course it's all oiled up again.
I suspect the oil filler tube was nicked/cut when that belt threw, I
can't imagine any other component down there carrying oil that could be
damaged by a thrown belt.
Anyone have any ideas??
All feedback appreciated.
Regards
Mark Magee
90 Carat 73K mi
Kemah TX USA
JOH 14:6

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