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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: jordan890 on 11 April 2010, 12:04:07
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can blocked breather pipes cause an oil leak the leak has just started it at the back of the engine where it joins the bell housing it s dripping from the hex bolt
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can blocked breather pipes cause an oil leak the leak has just started it at the back of the engine where it joins the bell housing it s dripping from the hex bolt
In a nutshell, YES!
With these blocked the pressure grows in the crankcase and forces it's way through the cam cover gaskets, or anywhere that is a weakness ;) ;)
From what you say the cam cover gaskets must be suspect. Replacement, and cleaning the breathers, is now the only option. 8-) 8-)