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1988 Chevrolet Van Repair Question


Topics covered: Adapter, Engine, Oil filter.
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Asked on November 11, 2012

Chevrolet Van Adapter Problem

I have a 1988 chevy G20 van.It is leaking oil underneath and already changed oil filter and adapter but still leaking?
Avatar Asked by DAVIDS1966

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Replied on November 11, 2012

where is the leak???? we need some info here to help as there are many places for the oil to leak

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on November 11, 2012

It is leaking from engine underneath around the filter and adapter?

Tiny Response from DAVIDS1966
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Replied on November 11, 2012

the hoses are common for leaking from the adapter. have a dye inserted so you can pin point the exact leaking point

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on November 11, 2012

Could the rear main seal be leaking and van still start and run?

Tiny Response from DAVIDS1966
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Replied on November 11, 2012

sure but expensive guess

roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Whats expensive fixing it?

Tiny Response from DAVIDS1966
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Replied on November 11, 2012

the rear main. the trans has to be removed to gain acess to the seal

roy

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