Found the major source of Oil Leakage, I was told to look there a few times, but it was hard to get to and see Options

[ctc911ctc]

'74 2.0

When I got the car I was told to change EVERY gasket that had to do with oil and gas. I took a more targeted approach.

Though I changed all of the gas lines (stainless), I addressed the oil leaks as follows:

I first changed the push rod tubes
- thsi helped but there were still leaks

I then changed the oil cooler gaskets WITHOUT TAKING THE ENGINE OUT
- this is a level 5 of 5 manoeuver. It is not a procedure, kinda like a triple Lindy
- still leaked

I thought I saw a dribble from the cam covers
- changed the gaskets (twice, long story) and there were still leaks

I then pulled the engine



Seems this seam was keeping the washer from seating right



Part of the washer worked and the rest just leaked. Yes, I could have wrenched it tighter that may have helped. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Instead I did this:



Though I read about an engine build where the guy mounted the block on his bridgeport and took care of this. I went at it with a little file, collecting EVERY tiny filing as they came off the block

Will report back as to the effectiveness of this, I also am considering modifying the engine tin so I can mount the pressure combo switch right on the block - get rid of the extension hose.

However, I can report that there was oil all over the engine from this point down the front and then trailed to the back of the car.....sigh.....