Jaymann
Dec 16 2011, 08:56 AM
I have a small oil leak,It is coming from the oil return tubes.How involved is it to change them out??Are there any parts kits for this???Any help is appriciated.Thanks and Merry Christmass Jaymann from PA
IronHillRestorations
Dec 16 2011, 09:09 AM
This is a 6 right? There's two options, pull the engine and pull the cam towers, or install the collapsible oil return tubes.
mepstein
Dec 16 2011, 09:13 AM
Jayson - I think you mean pushrod tubes. Unless your 4 has overhead cams.
luskesq
Dec 16 2011, 10:12 AM
It would be helpful to know what kind of engine you have, a six or a 4. Depending, it could have either push rod tubes or oil return tubes. In this case, size makes a difference.
Keith
Jaymann
Dec 16 2011, 10:22 AM
This car is a 75 and has a bone stock 4 cyl 1.8L motor.Jaymann
luskesq
Dec 16 2011, 01:21 PM
Then Mepstein is correct, push rod tubes. Replacement is fairly simple and inexpensive. You need two seals per tube (large & small). Go to the Pelican site under Technical Articles and they have a fairly decent discussion on how to do it. If you search this site I'm sure you'll find further comment.
Have fun and good luck.
Keith
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