sookx1

any1 have any suggestions what the cause could be.

the leak is coming from below the engine on the passenger side. started of as the odd little drips and now is starting to leave a cd sized puddle. oil temp and oil pressure in car remain normal.

KAS35RSTI

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Rocker cover gasket, maybe.

sookx1

i was wondering if it could be the oil filter leaking? can these fail as the current one has been on nearly a year.

richgreenscooby1

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i agree , they usually leak

KAS35RSTI

iTrader: (73)

Maybe replace it with a new one if you reckon thats the problem. Also inspect the sump, sump plug & washer for any leaks.

prodriverules

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have u got an oil cooler as theses can give problems leaking if the seal fails or they can work loose when changing the filter to.Ryan

sookx1

no idea if i have an oil cooler. sorry im still learning here all i do know is car uses alot of oil. i use 5w 50 oil. was told by previous owner to use this oil and that the car uses alot of oil. previous owner said the high oil usage was down to engine rebuild. he used the car as a track car.

will have to take to garage on weekend. just wanted an idea before hand so i dont get ripped of by a dodgy garage

richgreenscooby1

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dont take it to a dodgy place ....