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Should I be worried about this?

Should I be worried about this?

James S
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15-01-2018, 09:37 AM
#1
Was under my car today, looking at changing the front ARB, but decided to leave it as it looked like a bigger job then I expected. But while I had the front tray off I noticed this....

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Oil round the front of the sump, is this normal, or could this be a problem? I have checked the oil level and all is well there.
James S
15-01-2018, 09:37 AM #1

Was under my car today, looking at changing the front ARB, but decided to leave it as it looked like a bigger job then I expected. But while I had the front tray off I noticed this....

[Image: IMG_0459.jpg]
[Image: IMG_0460.jpg]

Oil round the front of the sump, is this normal, or could this be a problem? I have checked the oil level and all is well there.

Sparkystav
Administrator
14,683
15-01-2018, 09:50 AM
#2
Hmm does look like a seal has gone somewhere,

only thing i can suggest is cleaning it off and then checking in a couple of days see if you can pinpoint it,

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Sparkystav
15-01-2018, 09:50 AM #2

Hmm does look like a seal has gone somewhere,

only thing i can suggest is cleaning it off and then checking in a couple of days see if you can pinpoint it,


OutlawJapClub Admin Team

ormi
Posting Freak
3,006
15-01-2018, 11:28 AM
#3
thats defo not the sump.......it looks like its coming from the crank shaft oil seal which then runs down the front and round the sides..
id fix as soon as poss.....you do not want oil on your timing belt....
also front antiroll bar less than 10 mins to change......i did a walk through on how to do it..

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ormi
15-01-2018, 11:28 AM #3

thats defo not the sump.......it looks like its coming from the crank shaft oil seal which then runs down the front and round the sides..
id fix as soon as poss.....you do not want oil on your timing belt....
also front antiroll bar less than 10 mins to change......i did a walk through on how to do it..


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TTE supercharger,pr0lex manifold,hks fcd,larger intercooler,apexi induction kit,silicone hose kit,IK22's,polished engine parts,TTE front bumper mod'd for intercooler,TRD side skirts,TRD rear lip,JDM headlights and fogs,10k hid headlights 8k full beam,L8XSS p/plate,fog/brake/light conversion,18"fox rs's,lowered 90mm(f)100mm®,moleys under bars,yellow trd anti rollbars,full stainless exhaust,carbon fiber intake plus so much more

James S
Posting Freak
1,240
16-01-2018, 12:10 AM
#4
Eek! So I should be worried about it Sad
Any ideas how big a job it is?
James S
16-01-2018, 12:10 AM #4

Eek! So I should be worried about it Sad
Any ideas how big a job it is?

Phil01
Posting Freak
2,004
16-01-2018, 12:22 AM
#5
If it is the crankshaft seal which it looks like it is then the belt covers, the crankshaft pulley and timing belt Need to be removed then prise out old seal from behind where the pulley is removed from.
So realistically it would be a good time to replace the belt as it will be all stripped down.
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Phil01
16-01-2018, 12:22 AM #5

If it is the crankshaft seal which it looks like it is then the belt covers, the crankshaft pulley and timing belt Need to be removed then prise out old seal from behind where the pulley is removed from.
So realistically it would be a good time to replace the belt as it will be all stripped down.
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1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,

James S
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16-01-2018, 02:41 AM
#6
****** the cam belt has been changed recently! Sad
This couldn't have come at a worse time either, proper skint at the min.
James S
16-01-2018, 02:41 AM #6

****** the cam belt has been changed recently! Sad
This couldn't have come at a worse time either, proper skint at the min.

James S
Posting Freak
1,240
16-01-2018, 06:49 AM
#7
110k, belt got changed at 80k. Sad Know i'd have to have changed it at some point, but was hoping to leave it till next year.
James S
16-01-2018, 06:49 AM #7

110k, belt got changed at 80k. Sad Know i'd have to have changed it at some point, but was hoping to leave it till next year.

ormi
Posting Freak
3,006
16-01-2018, 11:05 AM
#8
clean the engine down i find brake cleaner does a good job,top up the oil and check..

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TTE supercharger,pr0lex manifold,hks fcd,larger intercooler,apexi induction kit,silicone hose kit,IK22's,polished engine parts,TTE front bumper mod'd for intercooler,TRD side skirts,TRD rear lip,JDM headlights and fogs,10k hid headlights 8k full beam,L8XSS p/plate,fog/brake/light conversion,18"fox rs's,lowered 90mm(f)100mm®,moleys under bars,yellow trd anti rollbars,full stainless exhaust,carbon fiber intake plus so much more
ormi
16-01-2018, 11:05 AM #8

clean the engine down i find brake cleaner does a good job,top up the oil and check..


[Image: ormiedit1-2.jpg]
TTE supercharger,pr0lex manifold,hks fcd,larger intercooler,apexi induction kit,silicone hose kit,IK22's,polished engine parts,TTE front bumper mod'd for intercooler,TRD side skirts,TRD rear lip,JDM headlights and fogs,10k hid headlights 8k full beam,L8XSS p/plate,fog/brake/light conversion,18"fox rs's,lowered 90mm(f)100mm®,moleys under bars,yellow trd anti rollbars,full stainless exhaust,carbon fiber intake plus so much more

James S
Posting Freak
1,240
16-01-2018, 12:52 PM
#9
The oil level is fine mate, and done nearly 2500miles since I bought the car. So think if they had topped it up to cover up the leak I think it would be low by now.
Going to have another go at the front ARB next weekend, using your guide, will clean it up then, and check it the week after. Smile
James S
16-01-2018, 12:52 PM #9

The oil level is fine mate, and done nearly 2500miles since I bought the car. So think if they had topped it up to cover up the leak I think it would be low by now.
Going to have another go at the front ARB next weekend, using your guide, will clean it up then, and check it the week after. Smile

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