engine oil stop leak additives?
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04-18-2010 | 07:09 PM
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engine oil stop leak additives?
Hey guys, my 94 Jimmy with the 4.3 vortec has a pretty small oil leak but I still have to keep a piece of plywood under the truck to avoid staining my driveway. I've seen a bunch of oil additives that claim to stop engine oil leaks at auto parts stores so I was wondering if it would be worthwhile to try one of these. Thanks!
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04-21-2010 | 10:45 AM
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bump... nothing?
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04-21-2010 | 01:05 PM
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Well the stop leak additives are just a Bandaid. There are some additives that do prolong the repair, but its just a matter of time You are going to have to do the repair to correct the Problem. It is the rear main seal I guess ?
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04-21-2010 | 01:48 PM
Clean you engine and pin point the source of the leak. It may be something quick and easy...
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04-22-2010 | 06:27 AM
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try some Lucas Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer. lots of guys use it on here, i personally love it.
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04-22-2010 | 08:43 PM
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Could just be the remote oil filter lines - they tend to leak at the crimps.
x2 on fixing the problem instead of adding mechanic in a bottle.
x2 on fixing the problem instead of adding mechanic in a bottle.
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04-24-2010 | 02:41 PM
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I agree with fixing it instead of pouring something in it. If it sops the leak, what else is it stopping up too?
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