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Subject:Re: Massive oil leak at oil cooler/block interface - 87 westy
From:George Goff
Date:Tue, 25 Feb 2003 11:28:00 EST

In a message dated 2/25/03 10:29:38 AM, kozakmike1@HOTMAIL.COM writes:

<< Is this a big
job? >>

No, Mike, but it's a bitchin' job.  The O-ring between the engine case and
the oil cooler has queefed out, most likely because or the Articlike
conditions.  It is hard to replace the O-ring because the coolant lines to
the oil cooler have to be removed.  One strategy is to cut off the molded
rubber coolant line transition fittings and replace with new.  Then, the only
hardship which remains is installing the hose clamps.  Oh, yeah, pinch off
the coolant system to reduce coolant loss.

George