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Subject:oil leak/dropping motor
From:Philip Menchions
Date:Tue, 20 Jul 1999 22:37:18 -0230

On a recent 5000klik(3000mi) an oil leak appeared towards the
front?(between engine and tranny) of the engine. Definitely motor oil not
tranny fluid. Added a quart to top up to full after discovering the leak
during the first half of the trip.

 Since that time it's only been necessary to add 1/4 of a quart. Appears
to leak only while driving,however.

 I'm assuming a leaky main seal(terminology?)between engine and tranny.
Is there any other possible source for an oil leak in this area?

 If in fact I do have to drop the motor what other work should I
consider. The oil cooler comes to mind. Torque converter seal maybe?

 Did an e-mail search of the archives with key words "oil leak". Over 900
matches but shows only first 100. Is there a way to access the other 800
or so?

Thanks in advance,
Phil Menchions
'89 Westy
Torbay,NF
Canada

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