Still having my 240 blowing oil

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Damien - 20 May 2006 14:21 GMT

I have cleaned the flame trap as best i could. It still seems t be blowing
oil. The oil seems to be dripping off the first manifold stud. Now does that
mean something terminal?
Thanks

Damien

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Tim McNamara - 20 May 2006 15:22 GMT

> I have cleaned the flame trap as best i could. It still seems t be
> blowing oil. The oil seems to be dripping off the first manifold
> stud. Now does that mean something terminal?

Bad valve cover gasket?

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Paul Clark - 22 May 2006 20:55 GMT

Hi Tim. I do not think your problem is terminal. Is the oil dripping down
onto the water pump? If yes, suspect the 'front oil seal'. I THINK this
would mean removing the fan assembly to gain access - something I have not
done as I am a bit of a novice, but when my 240 was blowing from the valve
gasket it was mentioned as a possible point of failure. I am happy to say
that mine was caused by the PCV & oil trap. If it is dripping onto the water
pump it is a good indication that the front seal has gone. For info there is
a rear seal as well which has a similar 'life span', but due to its
location, if is letting by it is not so easily noticed. This seal is often
replaced (as in my case) when re-placing the clutch - as it only adds a
small amount to the overall cost (less if you can change it yourself!). Good
Luck & I hope this helps you.
Kind Regards Paul.C

>> I have cleaned the flame trap as best i could. It still seems t be
>> blowing oil. The oil seems to be dripping off the first manifold
>> stud. Now does that mean something terminal?
>
> Bad valve cover gasket?

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~^ beancounter ~^ - 23 May 2006 00:41 GMT

check the dip stick tube, where it mates w/the block...
it took me a while to get this oil leak cleaned up...lots
of searching b4 i fig it out....i think there is a oil ring or
small seal there...

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