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Dave,
Here's a breakdown of the oil system
It doesn't look too difficult looking at the pictures,
But, then, I've not ever done the job ;o)
Good luck !
JC

On Tue, Aug 25, 2009 at 7:42 AM, Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@cox.net> wrote:

> On my '91 Vanagon GL Campmobile, I have an oil drip from the oil
> pressure relief valve screw port.  A mechanic here advised me that I
> should have him replace the entire valve for a substantial price.  The
> port has recently been opened and the valve checked when I thought I was
> having oil pressure problems (not, I had oil pressure monitoring
> problem), and the valve was found to be good.  I doubt it needs
> replaced.
>
> I should be able easily to fix the leak myself -- right?  Should I just
> drain the oil, take out the port screw, and replace the gasket on that
> screw?  Is the gasket a crushable gasket like on the oil drain plug, an
> o-ring, or what?  What tool do I use on the port screw, just a big flat
> head screw driver?  I assume the valve will not be disturbed by this
> procedure.  Do I assume correctly?  If it will be disturbed, I'll have
> someone do it, but not the guy who wants to replace the entire valve.
>
> Thanks, Dave Mc
>